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Family crisis.

H L Ruben

    American Family Physician
    |February 1, 1975
    PubMed
    Summary

    Family physicians must expertly identify and assess family crises. They act as objective consultants, clarifying situations for families during difficult times.

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    Area of Science:

    • Family Medicine
    • Psychology
    • Sociology

    Background:

    • Family physicians frequently encounter diverse family crises.
    • Effective crisis management is crucial in primary care settings.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To outline the essential skills for family physicians in managing family crises.
    • To define the physician's role in family crisis intervention.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review on family crisis dynamics and physician roles.
    • Analysis of physician responsibilities in crisis assessment and intervention.

    Main Results:

    • Physicians must recognize and thoroughly assess family crises.
    • Objectivity, unbiased evaluation, and awareness of countertransference are key.
    • Asking pertinent questions ensures adequate information gathering.

    Conclusions:

    • The family physician acts as an objective clarifier and strategist.
    • Effective crisis management enhances family well-being and physician-family relationships.