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Familial research reveals new practice model.

Sharon A Denham1

  • 1Ohio University School of Nursing, Athens, Ohio, USA. denham@ohio.edu

Holistic Nursing Practice
|June 6, 2003
PubMed
Summary

This study explored how families define and practice health at home and in their communities. Findings led to the Family Health Model, aiding family-focused health practices.

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Area of Science:

  • Family Health
  • Community Health
  • Ethnographic Research

Background:

  • Understanding family health practices is crucial for effective healthcare.
  • Existing models may not fully capture the nuances of family health within diverse settings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate how families conceptualize and implement health within their domestic and community environments.
  • To develop a comprehensive model for understanding family health dynamics.

Main Methods:

  • Conducted three distinct ethnographic studies.
  • Employed qualitative research methods to gather in-depth insights.
  • Analyzed data to identify common themes in family health practices.

Main Results:

  • Identified diverse family definitions and practices of health.
  • Synthesized findings into the proposed Family Health Model.
  • Highlighted the influence of household and community contexts on family health.

Conclusions:

  • The Family Health Model offers a framework for discussing complex family health variables.
  • The model supports the development of family-focused healthcare approaches.
  • Ethnographic insights are vital for understanding and improving family well-being.

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