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Family-centred approaches to healthcare interventions in chronic diseases in adults

A quantitative systematic review

Published Date: 10.1.2016

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Theme: Specific groups of carers

Sub-theme: Caring for someone with a chronic health condition

Chronic illness Family interventions Quantitative data Carer wellbeing Peer-reviewed journal article

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Theme: Specific groups of carers

Sub-theme: Caring for someone with a chronic health condition

View Publication Chronic illness Family interventions Quantitative data Carer wellbeing Peer-reviewed journal article

Verification Statement

This publication / resource is hosted on a publicly available external link. If the full text is not publicly accessible, summary points are included and a contact method for the author(s) is provided, where available.

The summary information presented is based on content submitted by an author or other user
, along with publicly available information about the publication / resource added by the Carer Knowledge Exchange team.

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Family-centred approaches to healthcare interventions in chronic diseases in adults

A quantitative systematic review

Published Date: 10.1.2016

  • Author/ Authors

    Hiba Deek, Sandra Hamilton, Nicola Brown, Sally C. Inglis, Michelle DiGiacomo, Phillip J. Newton, Samar Noureddine, Peter S. MacDonald, Patricia M. Davidson

  • Suggested citation (APA 7th edition)

    Deek, H., Hamilton, S., Brown, N., Inglis, S. C., Digiacomo, M., Newton, P. J., Noureddine, S., MacDonald, P. S., & Davidson, P. M. (2016). Family-centred approaches to healthcare interventions in chronic diseases in adults: a quantitative systematic review. Journal of Advanced Nursing, 72(5), 968–979. https://doi.org/10.1111/jan.12885

Long Summary

This article explores how family intervention can help improve health outcomes for people with chronic diseases. The study identifies education and planning as a necessary strategy to support the needs of the patient. Tailored, planned support is also identified as an important factor to improving carer relationships.

    Key Messages for Carers


  • Illustrates the strengths of family-based care for people with chronic illnesses
  • Highlights the importance of the wellbeing of the family, not just the patient
  • Indicates the need for tailored care depending on individuals' health needs

  • Key Messages for Policy Makers


  • Identifies a range of areas that are of a particular focus for individuals with chronic illnesses
  • Provides an overview of the gaps in support for carers
  • Offers evidence supporting the use of family-based interventions to improve health outcomes

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