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Author: Terri Apter
Publisher: W.W. Norton & Co.
Category: Book

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ISBN: 0393066975
Dewey Decimal Number: 646.78
EAN: 9780393066975
ASIN: 0393066975

Publication Date: July 6, 2009
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Editorial Reviews:

Product Description
Breaking new ground in family psychology, an exploration of the intricacy, friction, and love in the bonds between in-laws. When we marry, we believe the bond is between only two individuals. Few of us realize the power that inlaws will exert over our lives. But the in-laws we acquire when we marry affect our quality of life—our marriage, family, personal comfort, and long-term well-being—for better or worse. What Do You Want From Me? takes a fresh look at the age-old problem of managing conflict with in-laws, offering practical help for dealing with problems that are both immediate (“How do I deal with my in-laws now?”) and strategic (“How can I change the nature of my in-laws’ demands?”). Terri Apter, a psychologist whose books on family dynamics have received international acclaim, draws on nearly two decades of psychological research to pinpoint the sources of tension between in-laws and explore the ways in which we can build healthy relationships with the in-laws in our lives.

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A concrete guide for any interested in developing better relationships with in-laws October 15, 2009
Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

WHAT DO YOU WANT FROM ME? LEARNING TO GET ALONG WITH IN-LAWS is a pick for any general-interest library, offering a look at how in-laws affect married life, well-being and more. The author's a psychologist versed in family dynamics with prior successful books to her name: she draws on two decades of research and provides a concrete guide for any interested in developing better relationships with in-laws.

5 out of 5 stars

Insightful book on a subject of concern to many September 23, 2009
Ruth Nemzoff (Newton, MA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

Apter tackles a subject of concern to parents of married adult children. I know because when I lecture on my own book, "Don't Bite Your Tongue: How to Foster Rewarding Relationships with your Adult Children", parents frequently ask questions about in-laws. Teri Apter's book shows insight and has some great suggestions for improving these relationships.

Worth the read.

5 out of 5 stars

Never too old to learn August 11, 2009
L. Theodoroff (Rochester Hills MI USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

After listening to the authoress on NPR, I knew I should read this book to understand my severed relationship with my 38 year old daughter, who lives across the country from me. This book helped me to understand my relationship with her, my mom during my teen years and my now deceased in-laws.

Lilly in Michigan

5 out of 5 stars

Insight and enlightenment July 24, 2009
Reader1
For over ten years I have been puzzled by the tension between my mother and my wife. I have felt like the man caught in the middle of an argument that is being carried on in a strange language. I read Terri Apter's book because I wanted to vet it before deciding who to give it to - my wife or my mother. I quickly realised that "What do you want from me?" is for every member of the family. I now can see things I never saw before, and from two different perspectives. And I think I can also take steps to diffuse the tension.

1 out of 5 stars

Useless Jibberish July 15, 2009
Mama (Cubs World)
3 out of 4 found this review helpful

This book gives perspective from the extremes and doesn't address everyday issues. It practically gives sons absolution and faults both daughters-in law and mothers-in law for any and all disfunction.
From a mother-in-law to be, who isnt' crazy about her child's choice, it has no advice on how to convey your feelings to your child.
The writing is sophomoric and exudes the author's egotism. (Not surprizing since I find most psychologists extremely egotistical)
The book is headed for my garbage can!
Note to self: No more pshychology books! You've learned more in life than any of them could write about for a thousand years!

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