Rethinking family development: Critical conceptual issues in the study of diverse groups

Author(s): Burton, L. M.

Journal/Book: J Soc Person Relat. 1996; 13: 6 Bonhill Street, London, England EC2A 4PU. Sage Publications Ltd. 325-334.

Abstract: This article discusses conceptual issues that should be considered in re-evaluating family development perspectives as they apply to the study of ethnically diverse populations. Four issues are identified: values and value orientations; hidden or conditioned theoretical assumptions; accepted conceptual frameworks; and limited methodologies used in the study of families, We focus on identifying how these Issues have limited ways of thinking about family development among ethnically and racially diverse populations. Suggestions are made to help guide researchers' theoretical and conceptual formulations in developing research agendas that include studying family development among diverse populations.

Note: Article P Dilworthanderson, Univ N Carolina, Greensboro, NC 27412 USA

Keyword(s): conceptual frameworks; diverse populations; family development; theoretical assumptions; values; VALUES

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