Family Management Research Articles

Translation and Psychometric Validation of the German Version of the Iceland-Family Perceived Support Questionnaire (ICE-FPSQ): A Cross-Sectional Study.

Supporting families experiencing critical illness through family interventions is essential to ease illness burden, enable family management, and reduce their risk for adverse health. Thus far, there is no validated German instrument to measure the perceived support families receive from nurses. We translated the 14-item Iceland-Family Perceived Support Questionnaire (ICE-FPSQ) and tested its psychometric properties with 77 family members of intensive care patients. Compared with the original instrument, the construct validity of the German ICE-FPSQ (FPSQ-G) showed unstable results with a partially divergent structure, most likely caused by the limited sample size. The first two principal components explained 61% of the overall variance and a good internal consistency with a Cronbach's alpha of .92. The FPSQ-G is a promising instrument to measure family members' perceptions of the support they received from nurses in the acute critical care setting but requires further validation.

Social Support and Life Satisfaction Among Midwestern Correctional Staff

ABSTRACT Prison work is demanding and can take a toll on staff. Improving the life satisfaction of correctional staff is one way for prisons to invest in the valuable resource that is their staff; however, in order to effect meaningful and lasting change, research is needed that examines how different workplace variables are linked to satisfaction with life. The current study explored how social support was related to the life satisfaction of correctional staff at a U.S. Midwestern prison. The current study measured family support, coworker support, supervisor support, and management support. Multivariate regression analysis indicated that family support and management support had significant positive relationships with life satisfaction, while coworker and supervisor support had nonsignificant associations. Increasing social support for correctional staff, particularly in terms of family/friends support and management support, is recommended.

Do female family managers affect corporate social responsibility in Chinese family firms?

ABSTRACT This study investigates the relationship between female family directorship and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in the specific context of Chinese family firms. It explores the moderating influences of gender inequality, family ownership and economic policy uncertainty. Based on social role theory, we find that female family directorship is associated with a stronger commitment to external CSR engagement than to internal CSR. Moreover, gender inequality and family ownership attenuate the relationship between female family directorship and external CSR, while economic policy uncertainty enhances their impact on external CSR. Overall, we contribute to the literature at the intersection of family firms, female leadership, and corporate social responsibility.

Self-Efficacy, Alertness and Work-Family Conflict Toward Women Entrepreneurial Success

Over the last few decades, the rise in women’s entrepreneurship has been influenced by greater access to education, changing societal attitudes, advancements in technology, and initiatives aimed at empowering women in the business world. The increasing number of women entrepreneurs worldwide, is attributed to technological advancements and a decrease in job opportunities in both government and private sector. As a developing country, Malaysia also has a considerable number of women entrepreneurs taking advantage of entrepreneurial opportunities due to limited prospects and desire to have more quality time with their families. This research delves into the correlation between self-efficacy, alertness, and work-family conflict toward the success of women entrepreneurs. Recognizing that women play a crucial role in family management and business, this study investigates the moderating effect of work-family conflict on the relationship between self-efficacy, alertness, and the success of 300 women entrepreneurs in Malaysia. 300 successful women entrepreneurs participated through an online survey method and the data gathered were analyzed through the Statistical Package of Social Science (SPSS) version 22 and SmartPLS 3.0.

Enhancing Non-Communicable Disease Management in Elderly Families: A Community Outreach Initiative

Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are a significant public health concern, particularly among elderly families. Limited access to healthcare resources and inadequate disease management exacerbation the impact of NCDs on this vulnerable population. This study aimed to implement a community outreach initiative focused on enhancing non-communicable disease management in elderly families. A comprehensive intervention was designed, including health education workshops, individualized health assessments, and the establishment of support networks. Pre- and post-intervention assessments were conducted to measure changes in knowledge levels, health status, health management practices, health behaviors, and family resilience among elderly families. Following the intervention, there was a substantial improvement in knowledge regarding NCDs and their management. Additionally, participants exhibited enhanced health status and more effective health management practices. Positive changes in health behaviors, such as regular exercise and balanced nutrition, were also observed. Moreover, family resilience significantly increased, strengthening their ability to cope with health challenges. The community outreach initiative demonstrated significant positive outcomes in non-communicable disease management among elderly families. Targeted interventions can play a role in empowering this demographic, improve their health and well-being, and encouraging community-based health services.

“You Have to Find a Way for This Child to Be at the Center”: Pediatric Cardiologists’ Views on Triadic Communication in Consultations on Congenital Heart Defects

ABSTRACT Congenital heart defects (CHDs) are present at birth and require ongoing management of personal, family, and medical aspects of care, including communication between family and medical staff. Effective communication is considered one of the main objectives of patient-centered care. Communication in pediatric medicine is especially challenging because it includes children and their parent(s), and children’s cognitive and communication skills are still developing. Based on the model of behavior in pediatric communication , this study focused on pediatric cardiologists’ views of the roles of children, parents, and physicians in the triadic encounter and their experiences in communicating information on pediatric CHDs in medical encounters. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 17 experienced pediatric cardiologists and cardiac surgeons (five women and 12 men) at three medical centers in Israel. The grounded theory approach was used to identify three main categories: (1) the positioning (centrality) of the child in the setting (ideal vs. actual situation), (2) addressing parents’ emotional needs, and (3) the physician’s role as mediator between parent(s) and child. In each category, three elements are discussed: The physician’s agenda, obstacles and challenges, and the physician’s practical methods. Physicians strongly support children’s involvement in triadic encounters yet face challenges in effectively integrating them into the information exchange process during cardiology consultations. Struggling to balance the principles of patient- and family-centered care, and without clear guidelines, they rely on their personal beliefs and experiences to formulate communication strategies that address parents’ and children’s needs.

Extent of investigation and management of cases of ‘unexplained’ mismatch repair deficiency (u-dMMR): a UK Cancer Genetics Group consensus

BackgroundMismatch repair deficiency (dMMR) is a characteristic feature of cancers linked to Lynch syndrome. However, in most cases, it results from sporadic somatic events rather than hereditary factors. The term...

Abstract 7332: Healthcare professionals' perceptions and educational needs in genetic counseling for cancer risk management: An integrated mixed-methods systematic review

Abstract Background: The role of healthcare professionals (HCPs) is crucial in the genetic counseling process for managing hereditary cancer risks. However, HCPs face challenges due to a lack of specialized training and confidence, particularly in communicating genetic risks to patients. Hence, it becomes paramount to identify the essential skills and expertise required by HCPs for genetic counseling. Additionally, gaining insight into their perspectives regarding the content of genetic counseling that should be provided to patients is of utmost importance. Methods: An integrated mixed-methods systematic review and content analysis were performed across five databases on 23 May 2023, employing predetermined search strategies. The quality of selected studies was assessed using the Mixed Method Appraisal Tool (MMAT), and data analysis was conducted using a deductive content analysis approach with MAXQDA 2020. Results: The review encompassed 14 studies from seven countries, revealing moderate risk of bias. It was perceived by HCPs that hereditary cancer families require information in seven specific categories including, cancer risk-reducing strategies; personalized cancer risk; family implications of hereditary cancer; psychological issues; genetic testing; the role of pathogenic genes in hereditary cancers; and social issues related to genetic testing. The study also highlighted the educational needs of HCPs, pinpointing areas such as method for supporting decision-making; clinical management in hereditary cancer families; resources for supporting hereditary cancer families; guidance to support familial communication; genetic testing; the role of each profession; and methods for supporting psychological aspects. Conclusion: The findings underscore the need for specialized training programs to equip HCPs with the necessary skills and knowledge for effective genetic counseling. Additionally, understanding HCPs’ perspectives on the content of genetic counseling is vital for tailoring educational resources and enhancing the genetic counseling process in managing cancer risks. Grants: This research was supported by a grant of the Korean Cancer Survivors Healthcare R&D Project through the National Cancer Center, funded by the Ministry of Health & Welfare, Republic of Korea (grant number: NCC 23F1940-1) Citation Format: So-Youn Jung, Sun-Young Park, Eun-Gyeong Lee, Heejung Chae, Mi-Jin An, Yeon-Joo Kim, Yoon-Jung Choi, Kum Hei Ryu, Sun-Young Kong. Healthcare professionals' perceptions and educational needs in genetic counseling for cancer risk management: An integrated mixed-methods systematic review [abstract]. In: Proceedings of the American Association for Cancer Research Annual Meeting 2024; Part 1 (Regular Abstracts); 2024 Apr 5-10; San Diego, CA. Philadelphia (PA): AACR; Cancer Res 2024;84(6_Suppl):Abstract nr 7332.

Making family meals happen: Working mothers' work–family boundary management strategies in Singapore

AbstractObjectiveWe examined how working mothers, who often juggle paid work and family meal preparation, manage work–family boundaries to optimize their family meal practice.BackgroundDespite the well‐established benefits of family meals, reconciliation of work demands with family meal preparation represents a challenge for many working mothers. A better understanding of malleable antecedents of family meals can be instrumental in enabling more families to have meals together.MethodFull‐time working mothers of young children (aged below 12) in Singapore were individually interviewed (N = 34). In addition to the information about their typical family meal arrangements, we explored work and family factors that shape family meals and the strategies working mothers use to manage work–family boundaries. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis.ResultsWorking mothers adopt various work–family boundary management strategies (temporal, behavioral, and communication) to achieve desired family meal frequency and quality of mealtime interactions. Mothers' broad views on work–family management and thoughts about family meals undergird their choice of specific strategies.ConclusionThis research revealed working mothers' active management of work–family boundaries as a novel answer to the critical question of how working mothers of young children make family meals happen.ImplicationsOur research has practical implications for working mothers' ability to facilitate family meals.

Do foreign currency risk management strategies increase value in family business?

This paper examines the existence and the magnitude of conflict between family owners and minority shareholders within family firms by assessing the impact of foreign currency (FC hereafter) risk management strategies on firm value. From a secondary agency perspective, we theorize and find evidence that FC risk management policies in family firms are suboptimal and do not create value. Our findings support that family firms develop secondary agency problems reflected in suboptimal hedging policies. These agency problems are mostly present in firms where family control is combined with family management. Our results are robust to a battery of tests.

Perceived risk of harm and school commitment as protective factors of cannabis use in a school-based survey of adolescents

Cannabis is one of the most used substances by adolescents in the United States and is associated with adverse effects. In general, previous research has focused on risk rather than protective factors for adolescent cannabis use. A focus on protective factors can lead to improving strengths-based prevention programs. For the current study, we reviewed the literature and selected a set of protective factors that have relevance for preventing cannabis use in adolescents. We tested these factors with a large sample of adolescents within a single analytic model that allowed for making comparisons among protective factors as well as replicating findings from prior research. Adolescent data came from a large school-based survey study of students (n = 32,626) in grades 6, 8, 10, and 12 conducted in the state of Utah. Logistic regression analysis indicated that adolescents reporting higher endorsement of perceived risk of harm for using cannabis, school commitment, and family management had significantly greater odds of being in the non-using cannabis group for the past 30-days compared to youth with lower endorsement of these factors. In contrast, prosocial involvement and school opportunities were not associated with past 30-day cannabis use in the analytical model. Implications for the perceived risk of harm, school commitment, and family management in relation to strengths-based preventive strategies are discussed.

Excess control of family board seats and corporate innovation

AbstractWe examine the impact of board‐level control on corporate innovation in family firms. We find that excess control of family board seats (ECFBS) is negatively correlated with innovation investment, innovation output and innovation efficiency. Our findings suggest that ECFBS exacerbates type II agency problems. Mechanistic analyses show that ECFBS reduces firms’ risk‐taking level, increases their financing constraints and damages channels for acquiring innovative professional knowledge. We also observe that effect of ECFBS on innovation is associated with family origin, familiarization time and family management characteristics. Our findings should be of interest to family firm manager investors and lenders who are interested in family governance mechanisms.

A multitiered analysis platform for genome sequencing: Design and initial findings of the Australian Genomics Cardiovascular Disorders Flagship

PurposeThe Australian Genomics Cardiovascular Disorders Flagship was a national multidisciplinary collaboration. It aimed to investigate the feasibility of genome sequencing (GS) and functional genomics to resolve variants of uncertain significance (VUS) in the clinical management of patients and families with cardiomyopathies, primary arrhythmias, and congenital heart disease (CHD). MethodsBetween April 2019 and December 2021, 600 probands meeting cardiovascular disorder criteria from 17 cardiology and genetics clinics across Australia were enrolled in the Flagship and underwent GS. The Flagship adopted a tiered approach to GS analysis. Tier 1 analysis assessed genes with established clinical validity for each cardiovascular condition. Tier 2 analysis assessed lesser-evidenced research-based genes. Tier 3 analysis assessed the functional impact of VUS that remained after tier 1 and tier 2 analysis. ResultsOverall, a pathogenic or likely pathogenic variant was identified in 41% of participants with a cardiomyopathy, 40% with an arrhythmia syndrome, and 15% with a familial CHD/CHD+Extra Cardiac Anomalies. A VUS outcome ranged from 13% for arrhythmias to 34% for CHD/CHD+Extra Cardiac Anomalies participants. Tier 2 research analysis identified a likely pathogenic/pathogenic variant for a further 15 participants and a VUS for an additional 15 participants. ConclusionThe Flagship successfully facilitated a model of care that harnesses clinical GS and functional genomics for the resolution of VUS in the clinical setting. This valuable data set can be used to inform clinical practice and facilitate research into the future.

What is Your Reference Point? How Price Volatility and Organizational Context Affect the Reference Points of Family and Nonfamily Managers

AbstractDrawing from prospect theory, we use an experimental study design to explore how and why reference points of managers of family and nonfamily firms differ. We contribute to research on the role of economic theories for family businesses by elaborating on decision-making mechanisms in the context of family firms. Furthermore, we investigate whether family and nonfamily managers within family firms vary in their investment decisions. Our study demonstrates the importance of price volatility as a determinant of reference points and shows how the same type of information can lead to different reference points based on whether the manager is from a family or nonfamily firm.

Home-Office Managers Should Get Ready for the “New Normal”

This research article aims to explore how employees are coping with working from home and provides practical suggestions for employers and managers adapting to the “new normal”. The main contribution of this research lies in the comprehensive integration of various aspects of managing a home office into four strategies, surpassing the findings of prior studies that focused on specific areas. This was achieved through a qualitative descriptive approach. Through semi-structured interviews with employees in the Czech Republic during the COVID-19 pandemic, four distinct employee types (“Working from Home is Not for Me”, “Yin and Yang”, “Holiday with Emergency”, and “Chameleon”) were identified based on their adaptation strategies. These strategies encompass aspects like time management, self- and family management, setting boundaries, task management, stress reduction, and adherence to rules. The article concludes by offering suggestions for more effective collaboration and employee management, taking into consideration their approach to remote work.

Longitudinal associations between adult-supervised drinking during adolescence and alcohol misuse from ages 25–31 years: A comparison of Australia and the United States

Prior studies suggest that adult supervised drinking in adolescence predicts greater adolescent alcohol misuse. Long-term follow up data examining how adult supervised drinking during adolescence relates to alcohol misuse in adulthood are lacking. Longitudinal data from the International Youth Development Study tested associations between adult supervised drinking during adolescence (ages 13–16; 2002–2004) and adult alcohol misuse (ages 25–31; 2014, 2018, 2020). Cross-nationally matched samples were compared in Washington State, USA (n = 961) and Victoria, Australia (n = 1,957; total N = 2,918, 55 % female, 83 % White), where adult-supervised adolescent alcohol use was more common. Multilevel analyses adjusted for state, sex, adolescent drinking, parent education, family management, family history of substance use problems, and parent alcohol-related norms. Adult supervised drinking in adolescence (at dinner or parties, on holidays) predicted more adult alcohol misuse (mean Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test score; b[SE] 0.07[0.03]; p = 0.004) and higher rates of alcohol-impaired driving (Odds Ratio [OR] 1.501, p = 0.034) and riding with an alcohol-impaired driver (OR 1.669, p = 0.005), but not the use of strategies to moderate alcohol intake (e.g., counting drinks). Better family management (monitoring, clear rules) in adolescence predicted less adult alcohol misuse. Associations were similar in the two states. Reducing the frequency of adult supervised drinking and improving family management practices in adolescence may help to decrease alcohol misuse well into adulthood. Findings support the widespread implementation of substance use prevention and family management training programs.

Pengaruh Tingkat Pendidikan, Pendapatan, dan Pengetahuan Keuangan terhadap Perilaku Pengelolaan Keuangan Keluarga di Desa Jeding Kecamatan Sanankulon Kabupaten Blitar

This research was conducted with the aim of seeing how the level of education, income and financial knowledge affect family management behavior. This study uses a Quantitative approach and uses primary data in it. The population used is families who live in Jeding Village, Sanankulon District, Blitar Regency. Sampling using purposive sampling technique and obtained 100 samples to be studied. The data analysis techniques used are validity test, reliability test, normality test, multicollinearity test, heteroscedasticity test, T test and F test. With this research, it can be seen that: a) there is no significant effect on the level of education on family financial management behavior, b) there is no significant effect on income on family financial management behavior, c) there is a significant effect on financial knowledge on family financial management behavior, d) there is a significant effect on the level of education, income, and financial knowledge simultaneously on family financial management behavior
 Keywords: Family, Management, Education, Income, Financial Knowledge.

Effect of Family Management Style on Family Business Growth of UPI Tasikmalaya Students

Family businesses play an important role in a global economy that is full of challenges in achieving sustainable growth. One factor that continues to be studied in this context is the family management style that includes decision making, resource management, and business strategy development, so as to achieve sustainable growth. The purpose of this study was to determine the description of the influence of family management style and family business growth, and to determine the influence of family management style on family business growth. This research uses quantitative methods with a descriptive verification approach to collect and analyze data. Quantitative data were obtained through questionnaires with a population of 200 students and 48 samples of students whose families own and run businesses. The object of this research is family companies owned by the families of Entrepreneurship Students of Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia. The results of this study indicate that there is an influence of management style on the growth of the family business of students of the Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia Kampus Tasikmalaya. The results of this study provide valuable knowledge on how families can improve their business growth through the right management style.

Measuring Costs of Cardiovascular Disease Prevention for Patients with Familial Hypercholesterolemia in Administrative Claims Data.

Familial hypercholesterolemia is a common genetic condition that significantly increases an individual's risk of cardiovascular events such as heart attack, stroke, and cardiac death and is a candidate for population-wide screening programs. Economic analyses of strategies to identify and treat familial hypercholesterolemia are limited by a lack of real-world cost estimates for screening services and medications for reducing cardiovascular risk in this population. We estimated the cost of lipid panel testing in patients with hyperlipidemia and the cost of statins, ezetimibe, and PCKS9 inhibitors in patients with familial hypercholesterolemia from a commercial claims database and report costs and charges per panel and prescription by days' supply. The mean cost for a 90-day supply for statins was $183.33, 2.3 times the mean cost for a 30-day supply at $79.35. PCSK9 inhibitors generated the highest mean costs among medications used by patients with familial hypercholesterolemia. Lipid testing and lipid-lowering medications for cardiovascular disease prevention generate substantial real-world costs which can be used to improve cost-effectiveness models of familial hypercholesterolemia screening and care management.

Empowering the community through financial planning to increase family economic independence in South Tangerang

Rukun Tetangga 03 and 02 in Rukun Warga 01, Rempoa Village, East Ciputat District, South Tangerang City, are geographically suburban areas near Jakarta. The environment is characterized by urban villages, with most residents having completed primary education. The majority of residents fall into the middle to lower-class economic category. Facing post-pandemic economic challenges, residents often opt for cooperative loans. Limited financial knowledge leads to inadequate attention to sound financial management. In response to these challenges, this service program focuses on educating residents about family financial planning and management. The stages of the activity include problem identification, program implementation, and evaluation. The results of the educational activities demonstrate an increase in knowledge related to family financial planning and management.