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What does Bowen Theory Academy (BTA) do? BTA provides learning opportunities for people new to the theory as well as those interested in developing and extending Bowen theory. The following presentations from BTA’s Think Tank and this year’s upcoming conference are described below.

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What is Think Tank?

The Think Tank is by invitation only, which is due in part to the limitations of the technology

Research Seminar Sponsored by BTA

Bowen Theory Academy is now sponsoring two virtual research seminar groups in 2023-2024!

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 presidential election. He had not realized America was such a deeply divided, polarized nation.

The Systems Miracle

Reading “systems” followed by “miracle” may indeed raise eyebrows. The essence of the idea is explained here!

When Is Helping Not Helpful?

Examples of helping not being helpful occur frequently in families. The process unfolds in three phases. Learn more here!

Terminology and Aspects of Differentiation

An important but difficult-to-define concept in the theory is differentiation of self. Different terms are used in Bowen’s writings to touch on this concept