scholarly journals Life in Family Buildings as a unique environment in Turkey

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 9-12
Author(s):  
Seheryeli Yılmaz ◽  
Osman Sabuncuoglu
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Interpersonal Relations ◽  
Metropolitan Areas ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
The Family ◽  
The Common ◽  
Family Building ◽  
Close Relatives

Family building (FB) is a building where residents of different flats are close relatives. Being quite common in metropolitan areas, these unique psychosocial environments remain underexamined. We aimed to research into the interactions within the family and psychosocial features of FBs. One hundred and one children living in FBs and FB-experiences of their parents were assessed by semi-structured interviews using K-SADS-PL. Mothers scored their satisfaction from FB-lifestyle in the scale of 0-100. The sample consisted of 35 girls and 66 boys. Mean age was 108±37.4 months. ADHD and anxiety disorders were the common diagnoses. Eighty-two families lived with paternal relatives. Number of relative-neighbors in the building changed between 2-10. Forty-one mothers scored ?50 for their satisfaction; 58% believed FBs affected their children's symptoms negatively. Examining the perceived advantages and disadvantages of FBs, ‘extreme criticism' and ‘social support' were the decisive items to predict mothers' satisfaction levels. Having both positive and negative effects, FB-lifestyle seem to complicate interpersonal relations within the family. This study has revealed some preliminary findings, but further studies are required in the field.

scholarly journals Life in Family Buildings as a unique environment in Turkey

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Seheryeli Yılmaz ◽  
Osman Sabuncuoglu
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Interpersonal Relations ◽  
Metropolitan Areas ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
The Family ◽  
The Common ◽  
Family Building ◽  
Close Relatives

Family building (FB) is a building where residents of different flats are close relatives. Being quite common in metropolitan areas, these unique psychosocial environments remain underexamined. We aimed to research into the interactions within the family and psychosocial features of FBs. One hundred and one children living in FBs and FB-experiences of their parents were assessed by semi-structured interviews using K-SADS-PL. Mothers scored their satisfaction from FB-lifestyle in the scale of 0-100. The sample consisted of 35 girls and 66 boys. Mean age was 108±37.4 months. ADHD and anxiety disorders were the common diagnoses. Eighty-two families lived with paternal relatives. Number of relativeneighbors in the building changed between 2-10. Forty-one mothers scored ≤50 for their satisfaction; 58% believed FBs affected their children’s symptoms negatively. Examining the perceived advantages and disadvantages of FBs, ‘extreme criticism’ and ‘social support’ were the decisive items to predict mothers’ satisfaction levels. Having both positive and negative effects, FB-lifestyle seem to complicate interpersonal relations within the family. This study has revealed some preliminary findings, but further studies are required in the field.

scholarly journals Meanings of Family Support in the Treatment of Drug Dependence

2018 ◽  
Vol 28 (0) ◽  
Author(s):  
Laís Ramos Sanches ◽  
Tassiana Gonçalves Constantino dos Santos ◽  
Thaísa Borges Gomes ◽  
Marcelo Dalla Vecchia
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Family Support ◽  
Family Involvement ◽  
Drug Dependence ◽  
Support Needs ◽  
Family Participation ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Problematic Use ◽  
The Family ◽  
Alcohol And Other Drugs

Abstract The family is a key element of social support in the treatment of people who experience problems resulting from the use of alcohol and other drugs. This article aimed to understand the meanings of individuals under treatment due to the problematic use of alcohol and other drugs in relation to family participation. Six semi-structured interviews were carried out with people who adhered or not to the treatment proposed by an institution similar to a therapeutic community, analyzed later by analysis of thematic content. It was possible to observe (a) the low family involvement during the treatment, (b) the stigmatization and the individualization of the problematic use of alcohol and other drugs, and (c) the care focused on the figure of women. Guidance, listening and support needs for family members need to be properly examined during treatment to promote adherence.

scholarly journals Social support network of nurses for the care of their own children

2014 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
pp. 460-468 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bruna Caroline Rodrigues ◽  
Verônica de Azevedo Mazza ◽  
Ieda Harumi Higarashi
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Descriptive Study ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Support Network ◽  
Social Support Network ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
The Social ◽  
Need Support ◽  
The Family ◽  
Returning To Work

This exploratory descriptive study, using a qualitative approach, aimed to characterize the social support of nurses in the care of their own children. The participants were ten nurses who were mothers, selected through a snowball method. Data collection occurred from November 2011 to January 2012 through semi-structured interviews and construction of families' genograms and ecomaps. Data were analyzed through Bardin content analysis, leading to the establishment of two categories: (1) Returning to work: the importance of family support and (2) The family and their interactive contexts: types of bonds. The social support network of the family is essential to the lives of these women, who need support, assistance and guidance in directing their activities in everyday overload.

scholarly journals User satisfaction from the perspective of acceptability in the family health scenario

2007 ◽  
Vol 16 (4) ◽  
pp. 617-625 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vanessa Pirani Gaioso ◽  
Silvana Martins Mishima
Keyword(s):  
User Satisfaction ◽  
Interpersonal Relations ◽  
Family Health ◽  
Female Gender ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Waiting Room ◽  
The Family ◽  
Long Time ◽  
Approach Method ◽  
Planning Processes

The purpose of this study was to assess users' acceptability of the care offered and delivered by Family Health teams in Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, Brazil. This exploratory-descriptive study was based on a quantitative-qualitative approach method. The sample consisted of 171 users, registered at the four Family Health Units that cover the basic area of a secondary service. The study used semi structured interviews with analytical dimensions: infrastructure, accessibility, and team-user relationships. Descriptive statistics was used for calculations of standard deviation, mean and median, assisted by Statistical Package for Social Science, and thematic analysis. The results show predomination of the female gender (87,7%), age older than 60 years old (31.0%), and monthly income inferior to two minimum monthly salaries (34%). Users indicated considerate and affective interpersonal relations as one point of satisfaction and one of the aspects that differentiates health care. Dissatisfaction predominated in terms of environment, a long time spent in the waiting room, and organizational accessibility, impairing care longitudinality and continuity. Studies within this theme give opportunities to users, strengthening their participation in the planning processes and exercising social control.

scholarly journals Social support from the perspective of postpartum adolescents

2017 ◽  
Vol 21 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Luiza Cremonese ◽  
Laís Antunes Wilhelm ◽  
Lisie Alende Prates ◽  
Cristiane Cardoso de Paula ◽  
Graciela Dutra Sehnem ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Emotional Support ◽  
Family Health ◽  
Rio Grande Do Sul ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Health Strategy ◽  
The Social ◽  
Pregnancy And Postpartum ◽  
The Family ◽  
Family Health Strategy

Abstract Objective: To know the social support received in the pregnancy and postpartum period in the perception of postpartum adolescents. Method: Qualitative research, carried out between May and August 2016 through semi-structured interviews and speaking map with 11 postpartum adolescents, and who had had their children at a teaching hospital in the interior of the state of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. Data were analyzed by means of thematic content analysis. Results: The social support received by the postpartum adolescents had the predominance of instrumental support, followed by information and emotional support, which were provided mainly by family members. They also reported lack of social support, which reflected in alienation and disappointment. Conclusion: The need for monitoring was identified so as to meet the demands of adolescents in their routine, which implies sensitive actions by the Family Health Strategy units, a model that seeks care comprehensiveness.

Marital Functioning and Parenting in Extended Family Living Arrangements: A Qualitative Study in Family Buildings

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Merve Adli Isleyen
Keyword(s):  
Living Arrangements ◽  
Parenting Practices ◽  
Extended Family ◽  
Married Couples ◽  
Couple Relationship ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Marital Functioning ◽  
The Family ◽  
Family Building ◽  
And Gender

In this study, relational and parenting experiences of living in a family building (FB) is interrogated through the experiences of couples. Seven married couples who had at least one child and have been living in family buildings at least for a year were selected for the present study. The participants’ mean age was 41, ranging from 30-46, and their average marriage length was 19, varying between 9 and 34. The semi-structured interviews, which took approximately an hour, were held at the participants’ apartments and conducted individually with partners. The participants expressed their living experiences in the family building, its effect on their general life, couple relationship, parenting practices and their boundary negotiations. Thematic analysis was carried out and the analysis of the interviews revealed four main themes: FB as a Network of Support and Safety, Roles and Rules of Conduct in the FB, Interference in the FB and Boundary Negotiations in the FB. The overall results of this study demonstrated that the participants’ experiences were shaped by the structure of the family building and gender, and that the participants exerted and manifested their agency according to the characteristics and the context of the FB. The results provided useful information for clinicians who work with clients, living in FBs or interdependent families. The findings are discussed in the context of the existing literature, and limitations and suggestions for further studies are presented.

scholarly journals Kaedah Komunikasi Keluarga dalam Surah Āli ‘Imrān Ayat 159: Kajian Amalan Mualaf Cina di Selangor

2021 ◽  
Vol 49 (1) ◽  
pp. 27-53
Author(s):  
Azirawati Abdul Rahman ◽  
Nor Raudah Hj Siren ◽  
Yusmini Md Yusoff
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Analysis ◽  
Family Relationships ◽  
Daily Life ◽  
Complete Solution ◽  
Family Members ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
Islamic Perspective ◽  
The Family ◽  
Communication Approach

Communication is one of important aspects in forming a happy and prosperous family. Poor communication in family would give negative effects on emotions and psychology of the family members. In this context, Islam has a complete solution to address all problems related to families’ matters which occur in daily life. This article discusses about family’s communication from Islamic perspective according to Surah Āli ‘Imrān verse 159. The study found that the style of communication suggested for Muslims family is around gentle and soft speaking, musyawarah and family’s relationship sustenance. The former communication approach is explained through six kinds of language methods mentioned in the Quran namely qaulan layyina, qaulan ma'rufa, qaulan sadida, qawlan karīmā, qaulan maysura and qaulan baligha. These methods of language were employed by the selected ten Chinese research informants through semi-structured interviews. Descriptive qualitative analysis was conducted thematically. The findings showed that all informants emphasized the importance of using these methods as means of getting attention, generating love and sustaining family relationships.

Cyberbullying

2019 ◽  
pp. 240-266
Author(s):  
Joanna Lizut
Keyword(s):  
Young People ◽  
Interpersonal Relations ◽  
Adult Life ◽  
Stressful Situation ◽  
Special Role ◽  
Good Practices ◽  
The Family ◽  
Correct Application ◽  
Close Relatives ◽  
The Way

Parents and educators fill a number of functions for children and young people. Amongst the most important functions that close relatives can provide is to support a child through the type of difficult, stressful situation in life which cyberbullying represents. The sense of parental responsibility for the safety of children using the internet is very important. However, they do not always feel well prepared for this role. In this context, the involvement of educators is also important. Good practices exist, but they are not universally applied and require promotion and dissemination. The way the family functions significantly influences the way children are brought up, and the future lifestyle of young people depends on the nature of the relationships and interpersonal relations they will create in adult life. In guiding young people towards proper social functioning, the involvement of educators, social workers, and teachers is extremely significant. They have a special role in the case of cyberbullying. The safety of the young depends on their competences and qualifications, but also on the correct application of appropriate measures. There are already some good practices in this area that are worth exploring.

scholarly journals The Perceived Social Support by Iranian Women with Breast Cancer: A Qualitative Study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Leila Mokhtari ◽  
Abdollah Khorami Markani ◽  
Hamid Reza Khalkhali ◽  
Aram Feizi
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Social Support ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Lived Experience ◽  
Qualitative Content Analysis ◽  
Healthcare Providers ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Medical Sciences ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
The Family

Abstract Background: Social support has an importnat role in improving health outcomes and is considered as one of the crucial aspects of the modern care in cancer patients. Therefore this article aims at discovering and describing the dimensions of social support based on the lived experience of women suffering from breast cancer.Methods: In this qualitative study, 22 women with breast cancer were selected through purposive sampling from 7 hospitals affiliated to Urmia University of Medical Sciences. The data were collected through semi-structured interviews and were analyzed by the Conventional Qualitative Content Analysis and Graneheim’s and Lundman’s (2004) approach, using MAXQDA software, version 10.Results: After completion of the analyzing process, 6 categories were appeared including “creating an empathic atmosphere by family and community”, “creating a safe communication network for the patient”, “adaption to disease”, “giving meaning to life”, “the feeling of satisfaction with the healthcare providers for fulfilling their role”, and “accepting the support and help of family and friends in fighting the disease”. Conclusion: According to the findings, good social support during the illness can result in the spiritual, mental, and physical well-being of the patients and is one of the most effective factors in fighting the disease and feeling of recovery. The findings of this study can be used to develop plans to help the patients to achieve more support from the family, healthcare providers and the community and even providing the required supportive care for this group of women.

scholarly journals The ‘Small House’ Phenomenon in Zimbabwe’s Urban Space: Study in Glen Norah-Harare.

2016 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Alex Mutseta
Keyword(s):  
Urban Space ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Qualitative Methodology ◽  
Power Dynamics ◽  
Common Denominator ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
The Family ◽  
Small House ◽  
The Common ◽  
Set Up

The ensuing study is an assessment of factors influencing the establishment of the common new marital arrangement and examining the power dynamics within this form of marriage and the effects it has on the family form and structure in Zimbabwe’s urban space. The findings made herein show that inasmuch as the general beliefs constrains small housing, residents of Glen Norah are knowledgeable actors who act in contrast to beliefs. Everywhere in Zimbabwe’s urban areas, ‘Small House’ phenomenon is a topical issue and now it seems as it is difficult to envisage an urban set up without this phenomenon. ‘Small house’ is a marital practice which allows the extension of the monogamous marriage institution into a quasi-polygamous system, in a nostalgic cultural way, creating a new form of marriage between two ideologies, that of modernity, and cultural adherence. Structuration thesis was utilised as a theoretical framework. To meet the study objectives, qualitative methodology instrumented by semi-structured interviews and key informant interviews were adopted. Purposive and convenience sampling were utilised as sampling techniques. Findings show that most adults in Glen Norah are involved in the modified-clandestine polygyny commonly known as small house institution. Socioeconomic and psychological factors are attributed to the phenomenon as individuals have various motives in small housing. The small house institution has similar functions, roles and structure as those found in established monogamous families. The small house union is an emergent form of a family which is ‘fluid and a floating structured structure’ which also resulted from the interplay between ‘conflicting structures’ and ‘convenient agency’. Small House practice in Glen Norah has become a social common denominator as men and women across social strata are practising this phenomenon.

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