An Exploratory Study on the Conceptualization of Wellness among Families affected by Substance Abuse
Journal Title: International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences - Year 2017, Vol 7, Issue 13
Abstract
Significant attention has been shown in research on wellness for individuals with substance abuse or dependence. However, wellness among families affected by substance abuse has received limited focus in addiction research. Given the neglect of family perspectives in this field, this qualitative study explore the conceptualization of wellness as perceived by families with substance abuse. Individual interviews were conducted with five mothers of addicts, in one treatment setting in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to identify important dimensions of wellness and their interpretation by families. Data was analysed using constant comparative method. Findings supports previous literature that wellness is a complex and multifaceted phenomenon encompassing dimensions related to the family’s everyday life and situation. Protective and environmental factors that promote or prevent development of wellness were identified. This study provides the opportunity to learn from families affected by substance abuse and factors that have supported them in maintaining their wellness while living in an environment that challenges their ability to maintain a healthy balance. Factors and strategies that promote wellness identified in this study may assist in the development of further investigations and interventions that support wellness.
Authors and Affiliations
Dini Farhana Baharudin, Melati Sumari
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- EP ID EP643285
- DOI 10.6007/IJARBSS/v7-i13/3187
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