ALL IN THE FAMILY: A BELATED RESPONSE TO KNUDSON‐MARTIN'S FEMINIST REVISION OF BOWEN THEORY

Abstract

The first formal attempt at revising Bowen theory within the mariage and family therapy literature is represented in the work of Knudson‐Martin (1994). Claiming that several of the theory's concepts are defined at odds with female development, Knudson‐Martin (1994) reconceptualizes and expands Bowen theory to rectify these perceived shortcomings. In turn, we address several fundamental concerns with knudson‐Martin's critique and revision of Bowen theory. An alternative representation of Bowen Theory, as well as its relationship to feminist thought, is put forth, Suggestions for the fields's future relationship to Bowen theory are also discussed.