This journal has ceased (2016). The journal’s vision is to become the leading international outlet for reporting research on the family. It will facilitate a greater understanding of the diversity of the family in all its forms and contribute to the knowledge base that informs intervention programs and social policies at national and international levels.Family Science is the official journal of the European Society on Family Relations, and promotes the development of Family Science within Europe and around the globe. Given the multiplicity of factors that impact on the family, the journal publishes original research, theoretical, methodological and review papers that address issues pertinent to the family, and reflect a diverse array of methodologies. Research syntheses on key topics about the family across various countries is included in order to expand cross-national understanding, collaboration and applications.