Articles
Disenfranchised Grief in Stepfamilies (2002) I. Gerrard
It is generally known that stepfamilies are 'born of loss'. Whether formed by separation and divorce, as most are today, or the death of a parent, more common in previous times, it is clear that loss in both cases is the precursor to stepfamily life.
Stepfamily Stages (2002) M. Howden
So common is the experience of the highs and lows experienced by stepfamilies that a theory of emotional stages and adjustment has been developed to explain the process...
Hell...p! I'm a Stepmother - Book Review (2002) A. Penman
Ridden takes a fresh and honest look at the challenges of step-parenting, and, in particular, how a stepmother can find fulfilment in her role. Writing succinctly with warmth, and as one who has 'been there', she illustrates the strength of emotions in stepfamilies. Has ideas for stepmothers and stepfathers.
Men in Stepfamilies - work in progress (2001) S. Martin
This article reviews some of the challenges men often confront as they move into stepfamilies, and are faced with the need to adapt to changes which permeate through their lives.
Stepfamilies in Australia (2000) S. Martin
Stepfamilies currently have an ambivalent status in Australian society. Everybody knows someone in one, but few show up on official statistics.
Unacknowledged Change (1998) S, Martin
This is a paper documenting the experience of the Stepfamily Association working with stepfamilies.
