About Bowen Theory
Bowen family systems theory was developed by Murray Bowen, M.D. in the late 1940’s and early 1950’s, when he was a psychiatrist at the Menninger Clinic, in Topeka Kansas. Here at the Bowen Theory Academy, we aim at educating the public about the theory and its practical applications.
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A Perspective on a World on Fire: Societal Regression
I write this Op-ed piece after hearing New York Times journalist David Brooks express surprise at the closeness of the recent pres…
Reflections on Territorial Behavior
Material needs are limited, and, according to Paul Ehrlich, "there is little indication that, beyond a certain point, consuming mo…
Patterns of Interaction in Living Systems
For the last 40 years, Eve Marder’s lab at Brandeis University has studied one small system of 5 neurons from the 30 neuron stom…
The Family Projection Process
A certain amount of anxious focus on a child occurs in all families. It is in the nature of the human offspring to need quite a …
The Role of Polyvagal Theory, the Oxytocin Hypothesis and Bowen Theory on Reactions to the COVID-19 Pandemic
The spread of the SARSCov2 virus has introduced widespread threat, economic destabilization, and social isolation. There continues…
How Does Bowen Theory Speak to Societal Regression
Arguably, societal regression in America is particularly evident in heightened levels of a polarized public, and corresponding pol…
Bowen Theory Solutions
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Health Care Professionals
To help their practices
Universities
With behaviorial programs
Educators
To help developing children's minds.
Individuals
Bowen Theory can help anyone in day-to-day life.
