Five critical attributes are identified: (1) predetermined setpoint (2) self-appraised antecedents (3) interdependence (4) tendency to stability and (5) feedback mechanisms. ![]() ![]() Walker and Avant's method guided this analysis.ResultsFamily homeostasis is defined as the capacity and mechanisms by which equilibrium is re-established in the family after a change occurs. Clinical experiences in nursing practice were used for constructing cases and clinical implications.Methods Search terms included ‘family homeostasis’, ‘homeostasis in family’, ‘homeostatic care’ and ‘family equilibrium’. ![]() AimTo report a concept analysis of family homeostasis.BackgroundĪs family members are a majority of informal caregivers, negative consequences from caregiving duty create a vicious cycle in the family unit resulting in ongoing health crises and care challenges.DesignConcept analysis.Data SourcesForty empirical studies published from 1956–2012 were selected by searching five electronic bibliographical databases and by a manual search conducted from 2012–2013.
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