Broken Homes

'Broken Homes: A Study of Family Desertion and its Social Treatment,' by Joanna C. Colcord, offers a powerful examination of desertion and non-support and its devastating impact on families. This important work delves into the complex social issues surrounding family desertion, divorce, and abandonment. Through detailed observation, Colcord sheds light on the challenges faced by families struggling with these issues and explores potential avenues for social support and effective social work interventions.This study, meticulously prepared for republication, remains relevant for anyone interested in understanding the historical context of family dynamics and the evolution of social welfare. 'Broken Homes' provides valuable insights into the enduring problems of family instability, offering a timeless perspective on the struggles families face when confronted with separation and the absence of vital support systems. It will appeal to those studying family and relationships, social work, and the broader field of sociology.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.