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Continued development of the family management style framework
Kathleen A Knafl1, Janet A Deatrick, Nancy L Havill
1The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, USA. kknafl@email.unc.edu
This review supports the Family Management Style Framework (FMSF) and suggests updates. Key influences on family management include social networks and professional support systems.
Area of Science:
- Family Studies
- Nursing Research
- Sociology
Background:
- The Family Management Style Framework (FMSF) guides research on family caregiving.
- Existing literature provides a foundation for understanding family management dynamics.
- Further development is needed to enhance the framework's applicability.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current research on the Family Management Style Framework (FMSF).
- To identify implications for the framework's further development.
- To propose modifications based on empirical evidence.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review of 64 published reports.
- Analysis of studies across 46 journals, including nursing and interdisciplinary outlets.
- Assessment of evidence supporting the FMSF's existing dimensions.
Main Results:
- The review confirms ongoing support for the 8 dimensions of the FMSF.
- Between 8 and 16 reports validated each dimension's relevance.
- The family's social network, healthcare professionals, and resources are primary influences.
Conclusions:
- The FMSF remains a relevant framework for family management research.
- Proposed changes include sociocultural component adjustments and wording revisions for broader applicability.
- Future research should consider the identified key influences on family management.
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