Consumer Sciences Research Journal Research Articles

Family and consumer sciences graduate research productivity in 2023

AbstractFamily and consumer sciences research from graduate theses and dissertations and the resulting degrees have been reported annually in the Family and Consumer Sciences Research Journal since 1992. Requests for the 2023 data began in September 2024 when 528 email invitations were sent to contacts at 163 US universities and colleges with family and consumer sciences programs. Forty‐six institutions responded with data and reported that 1550 graduate degrees were conferred collectively, with 1027 non‐thesis master's degrees, 241 master's theses, and 282 dissertations completed. This review reports graduate degree completion and highlights topical trends of the theses and dissertations completed by reporting programs.

A review of professional issue papers in FCSRJ: 2009–2022

AbstractThe Family and Consumer Sciences Research Journal (FCSRJ) is a multidisciplinary journal that includes Professional Issues as one of eight topic areas. This paper examined 28 professional issue papers published in FCSRJ between 2009 and 2022. The following eight categories emerged: Early Leaders in Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS); Understanding FCS; Accreditation and Standards; Collaboration, Funding, and Leadership; Current Leaders; Mentoring Students; Mastering the Art of Publishing; and Approaches to Quantitative and Qualitative Research. Overall, this study highlights the potential for diverse voices and formats to enrich the discourse surrounding professional issues.

Articles published in the Family and Consumer Sciences Research Journal in 2023

Articles published in the Family and Consumer Sciences Research Journal in 2023

A review of housing articles in FCSRJ: 2008–2022

AbstractThe Family and Consumer Sciences Research Journal (FCSRJ) is a multidisciplinary journal which includes housing and interior design as one of the eight topic areas. To increase the visibility of housing and interior design, this review focused on housing research by presenting a summary of the 27 housing and interior design articles published in FCSRJ between 2008 and 2022. The following categories emerged: history, culture, housing counseling, issues and trends, affordability, renting versus owning, college students, and older adults. The results of each published study were timely and productive, and many of the authors called for additional research to explore the topics in more depth.

Feasibility and acceptability of curricula to promote healthy eating in the golden years

AbstractOlder adults are at increased risk for health‐related complications that are directly tied to nutrition (National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Indicator definitions—Older adults, 2015; Nutritional risk among elderly rural midwestern women. Family and Consumer Sciences Research Journal, 3, 2000). This study developed curricula to teach older adults nutrition basics. The sample consisted of older adults participating in Senior Nutrition Program services in Kentucky. An in‐depth analysis of the feasibility and acceptability is discussed. Process evaluation focus groups revealed self‐reported knowledge gains related to reading a nutrition facts label, the ability to judge portion size, and greater awareness of grocery spending. Participants highlighted decreased calorie intake due to knowledge gains. Results offer practical implications for providing nutrition education to older adults.

Articles published in the Family and Consumer Sciences Research Journal in 2022

Family and Consumer Sciences Research JournalVolume 51, Issue 3 p. 238-239 ANNOUNCEMENT Articles published in the Family and Consumer Sciences Research Journal in 2022 First published: 02 February 2023 https://doi.org/10.1111/fcsr.12470Read the full textAboutPDF ToolsRequest permissionExport citationAdd to favoritesTrack citation ShareShare Give accessShare full text accessShare full-text accessPlease review our Terms and Conditions of Use and check box below to share full-text version of article.I have read and accept the Wiley Online Library Terms and Conditions of UseShareable LinkUse the link below to share a full-text version of this article with your friends and colleagues. Learn more.Copy URL Share a linkShare onFacebookTwitterLinkedInRedditWechat No abstract is available for this article. Volume51, Issue3March 2023Pages 238-239 RelatedInformation

Family and Consumer Sciences Researchers' publishing prospects: Review of three research journals

AbstractThis study is to provide guidance for selection of potential publishing outlets by family and consumer sciences (FCS) researchers utilizing three research journals: Family and Consumer Sciences Research Journal, Journal of Consumer Affairs, and Journal of Retailing. Content analysis revealed trends in methodology and a focus on selling product or on people as part of the human ecosystem, enhancing the human condition, or a combination. All three journals included FCS content. Identification of journal characteristics which may enter into the decision‐making process of selecting possible publishing outlet for educators, researchers and young professionals is discussed.

A Review of Best Papers in Personal Finance: 2008–2020

Since 2009, the Family & Consumer Sciences Research Journal (FCSRJ) has annually selected the Best Papers published in each of the subdisciplines of FCSRJ. The authors are honored at the June annual conference of the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS). This paper focuses on the 13 Best Papers in Personal Finance for the time period of 2008 to 2020 and also includes five additional papers in Personal Finance in which the author was designated as an Emerging Scholar for that specific year. The results demonstrated the importance of the history of home management, food insecurity, college student financial behavior, college student loans, housing, and retirement and saving decisions.

Articles Published in the Family and Consumer Sciences Research Journal in 2020

Family and Consumer Sciences Research JournalVolume 50, Issue 3 p. 261-263 Announcement Articles Published in the Family and Consumer Sciences Research Journal in 2020 First published: 21 March 2022 https://doi.org/10.1111/fcsr.12432Read the full textAboutPDF ToolsRequest permissionExport citationAdd to favoritesTrack citation ShareShare Give accessShare full text accessShare full-text accessPlease review our Terms and Conditions of Use and check box below to share full-text version of article.I have read and accept the Wiley Online Library Terms and Conditions of UseShareable LinkUse the link below to share a full-text version of this article with your friends and colleagues. Learn more.Copy URL Share a linkShare onFacebookTwitterLinked InRedditWechat No abstract is available for this article. Volume50, Issue3March 2022Pages 261-263 RelatedInformation

Articles Published in the Family and Consumer Sciences Research Journal in 2021

Articles Published in the Family and Consumer Sciences Research Journal in 2021

The Selection Process for Outstanding Papers and Emerging Scholars

Each article that is published in the Family & Consumer Sciences Research Journal during the year is considered in January of the following year for a Best Paper award. The Associate Editors for each subdiscipline choose the best paper in that subdiscipline based on three criteria: originality of the topic, strength of the research methodology, and potential for a lasting contribution to family and consumer sciences. Then, these papers are considered for the Outstanding Paper award. Another award focuses on tenure track Assistant Professors; it is titled the Emerging Scholar Award. Since 2009, the award winners have been honored at the annual conference of the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS).

Wellness and Well-being: A Decade Review of AAFCS Journals (2009–2019)

Well-being and wellness have long been the mantra of the family and consumer (FCS) profession (Brown, 1993). This paper shares the results of a decade review (2009–2019) of the American Association of Family & Consumer Sciences' (AAFCS) two major periodicals relative to their coverage of well-being and wellness. Specifically, we focused on the Journal of Family & Consumer Sciences (JFCS) and the Family & Consumer Sciences Research Journal (FCSRJ). Extraneous sources are cited to provide context and conceptual clarity.

Apparel, Textiles, and Merchandising Scholarship Practices from 2000 to 2019: Analysis of FCSRJ and CTRJ

This study explores the research trends of the apparel, textiles, and merchandising (ATM) discipline by examining the articles published in Family and Consumer Sciences Research Journal (FCSRJ) and Clothing and Textiles Research Journal (CTRJ) and their citations during the past 20 years. Content analysis of 513 articles from 2000 to 2019 showed that consumer behavior dominated the research topics. The articles published in CTRJ covered a diverse range of topics. The research articles published in FCSRJ focused primarily on consumer behavior, social psychological aspects, and sustainability/social responsibility. Suggestions for the future direction of the ATM scholarship are presented.

Exploring Home Management Houses: Part II Two Case Studies: The University of Georgia and Texas Tech University

Home management courses, and the houses where those course principles and practices were applied, played an historical role in the home economics curriculum in the United States from the 1920s to the 1980s. The residence course was taught in a variety of settings. However, the course was taught most often in houses located on campus. Using multiple research methods, this study explored home management courses and residences at the University of Georgia and Texas Tech University. Part I which was published in the March issue of the Family & Consumer Sciences Research Journal provided a general historical overview and a case study of the home management houses at Kansas State University. Eventually, the home management houses were repurposed to meet changing academic, research, and public service needs over their decades‐long history. Opportunities for future research are explored.

Articles Published in the Family & Consumer Sciences Research Journal in 2019

Family and Consumer Sciences Research JournalVolume 48, Issue 3 p. 298-301 Articles Published in the Family & Consumer Sciences Research Journal in 2019 Articles Published in the Family & Consumer Sciences Research Journal in 2019 First published: 12 March 2020 https://doi.org/10.1111/fcsr.12354AboutPDF ToolsRequest permissionExport citationAdd to favoritesTrack citation ShareShare Give accessShare full text accessShare full-text accessPlease review our Terms and Conditions of Use and check box below to share full-text version of article.I have read and accept the Wiley Online Library Terms and Conditions of UseShareable LinkUse the link below to share a full-text version of this article with your friends and colleagues. Learn more.Copy URL Share a linkShare onEmailFacebookTwitterLinked InRedditWechat Volume48, Issue3March 2020Pages 298-301 RelatedInformation

Articles Published in the Family & Consumer Sciences Research Journal in 2018

Family and Consumer Sciences Research JournalVolume 47, Issue 3 p. 299-302 Articles Published in the Family & Consumer Sciences Research Journal in 2018Free Access Articles Published in the Family & Consumer Sciences Research Journal in 2018 First published: 04 March 2019 https://doi.org/10.1111/fcsr.12303AboutPDF ToolsRequest permissionExport citationAdd to favoritesTrack citation ShareShare Give accessShare full text accessShare full-text accessPlease review our Terms and Conditions of Use and check box below to share full-text version of article.I have read and accept the Wiley Online Library Terms and Conditions of UseShareable LinkUse the link below to share a full-text version of this article with your friends and colleagues. Learn more.Copy URL Share a linkShare onFacebookTwitterLinkedInRedditWechat Volume47, Issue3March 2019Pages 299-302 RelatedInformation

Best Papers in the Family and Consumer Sciences Research Journal in 2017

Family and Consumer Sciences Research JournalVolume 46, Issue 4 p. 428-428 Best Papers in FCSRJ in 2017 Best Papers in the Family and Consumer Sciences Research Journal in 2017 First published: 01 June 2018 https://doi.org/10.1111/fcsr.12268Read the full textAboutPDF ToolsRequest permissionExport citationAdd to favoritesTrack citation ShareShare Give accessShare full text accessShare full-text accessPlease review our Terms and Conditions of Use and check box below to share full-text version of article.I have read and accept the Wiley Online Library Terms and Conditions of UseShareable LinkUse the link below to share a full-text version of this article with your friends and colleagues. Learn more.Copy URL Share a linkShare onFacebookTwitterLinkedInRedditWechat No abstract is available for this article. Volume46, Issue4June 2018Pages 428-428 RelatedInformation

Papers Published in the Family & Consumer Sciences Research Journal in 2017

Papers Published in the Family & Consumer Sciences Research Journal in 2017

From Submission to Acceptance: Publishing in a Research Journal

The purpose of this panel presented at the annual conference of the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences was to explain how manuscripts are reviewed and the characteristics of successful quantitative and qualitative studies. The Editor presented questions and three Associate Editors of the Family & Consumer Sciences Research Journal were asked to prepare an answer.

Papers Published in the Family & Consumer Sciences Research Journal in 2016

Papers Published in the Family & Consumer Sciences Research Journal in 2016