Advantages

Disadvantages

To operationalize a concept used in clinical practice

Concept analysis cannot generate a new concept but only validate the existing concepts reflected on a theoretical base.

To perform research using logical, systematic and intellectual analysis when clarifying meaning

It is a rigorous process that requires long time in reading and rereading, including persistent focus on the concepts of interest.

To develop measuring instruments

There are no firm rules on how to go about the process when doing concept analysis, therefore an individual may be unsure of how to start the process.

To refine and validate

The researcher can feel overwhelmed and uncertain how to deal with a large volume of data

To clarify ambiguous concepts that is used as synonymous

Analyzing a concept may result in value attachment. It may cloud the analytic processes in the researcher and thus jeopardize the whole research process