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Explorations of close friendship: a concept analysis

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  • 1College of Nursing, Ohio State University, Columbus.

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|August 1, 1993
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Close friendship is vital for mental health, but its definition is unclear. This study analyzes friendship

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Nursing Science

Background:

  • Friendship is a significant human activity with recognized value to mental health.
  • Inconsistent definitions of friendship hinder theoretical development and research-based interventions.

Observation:

  • This study employs concept analysis to explore the characteristics of close friendship.
  • It aims to distinguish close friendship from other social relationships.

Findings:

  • The analysis clarifies the defining features of close friendship.
  • A clearer definition of friendship is proposed based on its core characteristics.

Implications:

  • The refined definition can inform future theory development in psychology and nursing.
  • It has potential applications for research and enhancing nursing care strategies.

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