The Journal of Family Studies is a peer-reviewed international journal that aims to develop the understanding of families, households and relationships in society, from a range of interdisciplinary perspectives. Original research, review articles, practice notes and commentaries are published from a range of disciplines, including: family studies, sociology, demography, social work, legal studies, psychology, human ecology, policy studies, history, and religious studies. Both qualitative and quantitative research is encouraged, as are conceptual pieces, critical literature reviews and policy analyses. Research articles are typically between 5,000 - 8,000 words, in APA 6 th edition format, and should be prepared according to the journal's Author Guidelines. The Journal of Family Studies will be of particular interest to academics, researchers, policy makers, counsellors, public administrators, psychologists, social workers, educators, mediators, lawyers, and clinicians in the helping professions. The Journal of Family Studies is a necessary and valuable research tool for practitioners, researchers, teachers and students in this field.