emotions experienced by families living at a distance
This paper describes some of the results of a probe study where members of three-generational families, where at least one person is geographically separated from the others, talk about their emotional experiences. The method for eliciting this information is briefly described along with some of the themes identified in a grounded theory analysis. These include: sharing the moment with pride; reassurance with regard to intergenerational obligations; comfort and consolation from yearning; and little time to give comfort to one another.
emotion probes grounded theory analysis affective communication presence technology