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  • Developmental Psychology
  • Family Therapy
  • Infant-Family Mental Health

Background:

  • Coparenting theory, influenced by structural family theory, emerged in the mid-1990s.
  • It has significantly advanced socialization perspectives and infant-family mental health.
  • Research links coparenting dynamics to family alliances and triangular interactions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the historical development of coparenting theory and its application in infant-family mental health.
  • To highlight the relevance of coparenting concepts for family therapy practice.
  • To identify gaps in the literature, particularly regarding men's psychology and cultural variations.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review tracing the origins and evolution of coparenting theory.
  • Analysis of empirical investigations in infant-family mental health.
  • Comparison with conceptualizations in family therapy.

Main Results:

  • Coparenting research offers valuable insights for family therapy interventions.
  • Existing literature exhibits a significant Euro-Western bias.
  • Men's psychology and cultural differences in family processes are under-explored.

Conclusions:

  • Coparenting theory provides a robust framework for understanding family dynamics.
  • Addressing Euro-Western biases is crucial for equitable application.
  • Further research is needed on men's roles and cultural variations in family processes to enhance therapeutic empathy.