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  • Gerontology
  • Family Studies
  • Clinical Psychology

Background:

  • Family functioning significantly impacts clinical and educational interventions for families with older adults.
  • Existing frameworks for family functioning require updates to incorporate contemporary caregiving dynamics.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review theoretical and applied approaches to family functioning relevant to aging families.
  • To emphasize interventions supporting various family functioning levels and caregiving needs.
  • To examine intrafamilial dynamics and their relationship with aging family members.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of theoretical frameworks (e.g., Blocher's theory, Bowen's theory) and applied interventions.
  • Analysis of family dynamics in the context of aging.
  • Expansion and update of previous discussions on family functioning levels.

Main Results:

  • Identified specific interventions tailored to different family functioning levels.
  • Highlighted the importance of considering family dynamics in caregiving for older adults.
  • Provided an updated framework integrating multiple theories of family functioning.

Conclusions:

  • Assessing family functioning is crucial for effective counseling, case management, and treatment planning for aging families.
  • Interventions should be adapted to the specific levels of family functioning and caregiving demands.
  • Integrating theoretical perspectives enhances the understanding and support of families with aging members.