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Why fix what isn't broken? A rejoinder to Ridenour, Daley, & Reich.

I W Miller1, C E Ryan, G I Keitner

  • 1Rhode Island Hospital, Providence, RI 02903, USA.

Family Process
|September 29, 2000
PubMed
Summary

This study argues against reorganizing the Family Assessment Device, presenting evidence that such a change is not advisable for family psychology research and practice.

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Area of Science:

  • Family Psychology
  • Clinical Assessment Tools

Background:

  • The Family Assessment Device (FAD) is a widely used instrument in family psychology.
  • Ridenour, Daley, & Reich (2000) proposed a reorganization of the FAD.
  • The utility and structure of the FAD are subjects of ongoing discussion in the field.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To critically evaluate the proposal by Ridenour, Daley, & Reich (2000) for reorganizing the Family Assessment Device.
  • To provide a counterargument against the suggested reorganization of the FAD.
  • To reinforce the current structure and application of the FAD in family assessment.

Main Methods:

  • Critical analysis of the arguments presented by Ridenour, Daley, & Reich (2000).
  • Review of existing literature and empirical data supporting the FAD's current structure.

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  • Development of theoretical and practical reasons against the proposed reorganization.

    • Main Results:

    • The proposed reorganization of the Family Assessment Device is deemed unnecessary and potentially detrimental.
    • Existing evidence supports the continued use and validity of the FAD in its current form.
    • The authors present several key arguments highlighting the weaknesses in the rationale for reorganization.

    Conclusions:

    • The Family Assessment Device should not be reorganized as suggested by Ridenour, Daley, & Reich (2000).
    • Maintaining the FAD's current structure is crucial for its continued effectiveness in family psychology.
    • Further research should focus on validating and refining the existing FAD rather than undertaking a disruptive reorganization.