The development and validation of a family functioning measure for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adults.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Family and kinship networks are a key aspect of culture for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples from Australia. They are intrinsically connected to good health and wellbeing, and cultural knowledge exchange. However, despite the known importance of family and kinship networks in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and the move towards family-centred approaches in healthcare service provision, there is no validated, national measure of family functioning for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. A valid tool to measure family functioning is necessary in order to better understand what fosters good family functioning, and to inform and develop programs and healthcare interventions.

Methods

Mayi Kuwayu: the National Study of Aboriginal

SUBMITTER: Brinckley MM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9615397 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature