1. Choices in Relationships: An Introduction. 2. Gender in Relationships. 3. Love in Relationships. 4. Hanging Out, Pairing Off, and Cohabitation. 5. Sexuality in Relationships. 6. Singlehood and Same-Sex Relationships. 7. Mate Selection. 8. Marriage Relationships. 9. Communication in Relationships. 10. Planning Children and Contraception. 11. Parenting. 12. Balancing Work and Family Life. 13. Stress and Crisis in Relationships. 14. Violence and Abuse in Relationships. 15. Divorce. 16. Remarriage and Stepfamilies. 17. Aging in Marriage and Family Relationships. Epilogue: The Future of the Family. Special Topics: A. Careers in Marriage and the Family. B. Evaluating Research in Marriage and the Family. C. Money and Debt Management in Marriage. D. HIV and Sexually Transmitted Diseases. E. Sexual Anatomy and Physiology. F. Resources and Organizations. Appendices. A. Individual Autobiography Outline. B. Family Autobiography Outline. C. Prenuptial Agreement of a Remarried Couple. D. Living Will. E. Durable Power of Attorney. Glosssary. References. Name Index. Subject Index. Photo Credits.