Doha International Family Institute Journal - Volume 2023, Issue 2

The absence of measurable indicators for family well-being poses significant challenges in the Arab context. Without a standardized framework for assessment, it becomes difficult to identify areas of concern and allocate resources effectively. Moreover, the lack of quantifiable data hinders the development of targeted interventions and policy initiatives aimed at promoting family well-being. He Read More

This article explores the challenges and coping strategies associated with the excessive use of technology among adolescents in Qatar from the perspective of parents. The article presents the qualitative findings of a 2021-2022 study conducted on the overuse of technology by adolescents in Qatar. The original study followed a mixed-method approach: investigating the experiences of adolescents and their Read More

Children with neurodevelopmental disabilities (CWNDs) are reported to face far greater challenges, which result in worse outcomes, than children with physical disabilities. Very few studies quantify the cost of disability around the world, and to date no study has been based on CWNDs in Qatar. Through an in-depth quantitative and qualitative analysis, this study explores the financial dynamics of 15 families Read More

Retraction Notice Retraction notice to “The consequences of caring for older people at home in Qatar: exploring the stresses and joys of caregiving” [DIFI Journal, Volume 2023, Issue 1] No authors listed DOI: https://doi.org/10.5339/difi.2023.7 Published: 12 March 2024 The article with the above-mentioned title, DOI: https://doi.org/10.5339/difi.2023.7, published online on 15 February 2023, has been retracted d Read More