Beyond the Systems Paradigm

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The book explores the duality of human experience through the constructs of community and agency, as proposed by David Bakan. It argues that traditional fields of psychology, particularly family and personality psychologies, are becoming outdated, overshadowed by concepts like intimacy and identity. The changing dynamics of family structures in the U.S. challenge the conventional nuclear family model, highlighting the need for a new perspective on personality. The author advocates for a comprehensive theory of human relationships that can achieve broader relevance and applicability.