The popular image of a "perfect American family" is rarely the truth. In fact, a host of problems accompany many of today's families, including divorce, substance abuse, child molestation, mental illness, and communication problems. Elaine Landau describes what's involved in family therapy and explores some of the issues that commonly surround it, such as teen problems, stepfamilies, and illness and loss. "Family Therapy offers helpful advice and real-life situations that readers can relate to.