Unconscious collusion: An interpretative phenomenological analysis of the maternity care experiences of women with obesity (BMI≥30 kg/m²)

Midwifery ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 49 ◽  
pp. 54-64 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sandra Atkinson ◽  
Patricia Mannix McNamara
Keyword(s):  
Maternity Care ◽  
Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Experiences Of Women

scholarly journals Lived Experiences of Women with Dissociative Disorder: An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis

2021 ◽  
pp. 025371762110448
Author(s):  
Ashti Emran ◽  
Vibha Sharma ◽  
Ravinder Singh ◽  
Manisha Jha ◽  
Naved Iqbal
Keyword(s):  
Lived Experiences ◽  
Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Psychological Treatment ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
North India ◽  
Subjective Experiences ◽  
Indian Setting ◽  
Experiences Of Women

Background: In the Indian setting, several studies have documented that dissociative disorders (DDs) are more common in females, and the most commonly elicited stressors are interpersonal. However, much of the research up to now has been quantitative. There is a notable paucity of qualitative studies exploring the subjective experiences of women with DD. Therefore, the present study sought to explore and gain an in-depth understanding of the lived experiences of women diagnosed with DD. Methods: Five women were recruited who were seeking psychological treatment for dissociative symptoms at a tertiary care neuropsychiatric institute in North India. In-depth interviews were conducted with each, and the transcripts were analyzed using the analytic method of interpretative phenomenological analysis. Results: Three superordinate themes that emerged were: patients’ illness perspectives, the salience of relationships, and dealing with relationship conflicts. Conclusions: Our findings highlight the role of culture in influencing the participants’ illness perspectives. Women with DD tend to define their self in relational terms and, thus, inhibit the expression of one’s needs and opinions, to avoid conflict and to maintain harmony in relationships.

scholarly journals Exploring the lived experiences of pregnancy and early motherhood in Italian women with congenital heart disease: an interpretative phenomenological analysis

BMJ Open ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. e034588
Author(s):  
Serena Francesca Flocco ◽  
Rosario Caruso ◽  
Serena Barello ◽  
Tiziana Nania ◽  
Silvio Simeone ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Congenital Heart Disease ◽  
Heart Disease ◽  
Lived Experiences ◽  
Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Congenital Heart ◽  
Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Adult Women ◽  
Early Motherhood ◽  
Italian Women ◽  
Experiences Of Women

ObjectiveThis study explored the lived experiences of women with congenital heart disease (CHD) during pregnancy and early motherhood.DesignQualitative study using semistructured interviews. Data were analysed according to interpretative phenomenological analysis.SettingSan Donato Milanese, Italy.Participants12 adult women during pregnancy or early motherhood.ResultsThree main themes emerged from the analysis that were labelled as follows: ‘Being a woman with CHD’; ‘Being a mother with CHD’; and ‘Don’t be alone’. Mothers described both positive and negative feelings about their pregnancies and transitions from childless women to mothers with CHD. They needed supportive care to improve the management of their health during pregnancy and early motherhood.ConclusionThis study explored the lived experiences of women with CHD during pregnancy and early motherhood. The emerged themes represent an initial framework for implementing theory-grounded educational and supportive strategies that improve self-care, engagement and quality of life for women with CHD. Furthermore, the study’s results provide guidance for operationalising the described experiences into items and domains for future cross-national surveys.

scholarly journals Phenomenological Experiences of Women through Microcredit Programs of Upper Sindh: Stepping towards the Empowerment.

2018 ◽  
pp. 200-222
Author(s):  
Sarah Wali Qazi Et al.,
Keyword(s):  
Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Research Study ◽  
Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Research Strategy ◽  
Women Empowerment ◽  
Saturation Point ◽  
Interview Protocol ◽  
Women Experiences ◽  
Experiences Of Women ◽  
Depth Interviews

This research study extracts the women experiences about empowerment which are comprehended through the use of microcredit. During the Literature exploration, it was obvious that there is an optimistic verdict between women empowerment and microcredit; also it alleviates the poverty of women that is a feminization of poverty. This study has assessed the lived experiences of women that how they precipitate their feelings for grasping empowerment with microcredit. This is an abductive research strategy along with the philosophy of hermeneutic phenomenology within a feminist paradigm, and generally, research design reveals the truth of numerous subjective perspectives and would help in creating the meaning of empowerment from the upper Sindh’s context. This study is conducted in upper Sindh; women who availed microcredit from microfinance banks and institutions are respondents. For data collection, in-depth interviews by using interview protocol have been conducted till the saturation point. The interpretative phenomenological analysis is used to extract the themes and constructing meanings. Women associate financial ability for having three meals a day and decision taking capability as their empowerment, they think the transformation of families’ lives in a better way is their empowerment. From subjective views of upper Sindh women, it was seen that microcredit transforms their lives if used in some economic activity. This study would be valuable for the policy designers of microfinance that they can plan strategies and policies accordingly.

scholarly journals Listening to women: relational approaches to female offender management

2020 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Aisling O’Meara ◽  
Meinir Edwards ◽  
Jason Davies
Keyword(s):  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Female Offenders ◽  
Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Probation Officers ◽  
Female Offender ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Criminal Justice Systems ◽  
Experiences Of Women

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore women’s experiences of criminal justice systems to inform the development of guidance on working with women. Design/methodology/approach A two-part, independent samples and qualitative study using semi-structured interviews incorporating both interpretive phenomenological analysis and thematic analysis was conducted. In Study 1, semi-structured interviews were conducted with six women on probation in the community and data were analysed using interpretative phenomenological analysis. Interviews in Study 2 were conducted with seven women in custody with data analysed using inductive-deductive thematic analysis. The applicability and expansion of Study 1 themes was then explored. Findings Seven emergent themes indicated relational approaches to offender management may improve experiences of judicial systems for female offenders and for their probation officers. This approach may help prevent common systemic issues from perpetuating negative interactions between these groups. Specific suggestions for developing relational security and consistency of care within these relationships are provided. Practical implications Taking a relational approach to female offender management may help remedy some of the systemic difficulties faced by female offenders and their probation officers. Originality/value By focussing on the experiences of women screened in to the offender personality disorder pathway this study provides insight as to how this service can assist in the development of relational security between probation staff and their clients.

scholarly journals “We Do Exist”: The Experiences of Women Living with a Sexual Interest in Minors

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rebecca Lievesley ◽  
Rhia Lapworth
Keyword(s):  
Social Isolation ◽  
Service Provision ◽  
Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Sexual Interest ◽  
Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Online Support ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Experiences Of Women ◽  
Effective Service

AbstractThe current body of the literature studying minor-attracted persons (MAPs) predominantly focuses on the experiences of men who experience sexual attractions to children. To shed more light on the experiences of women within this population, we conducted anonymous semi-structured interviews with six self-identified female MAPs, who were recruited through online support forums for individuals with sexual attractions to children. Interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA) was used to analyze the interview transcripts. Two superordinate themes were identified from the dataset that highlighted the uniqueness of the experience of being a woman within the MAP community (“A minority within a minority”) and themes of social isolation and the effects of this on identity (“A lonely secret existence”). The findings reported here highlight how the experiences of female MAPs both converge with and diverge from their male counterparts in important ways. We discuss the implications of these experiences in relation to more effective service provision for women who are sexually attracted to children.

scholarly journals “We do exist”: The Experiences of Females Living with a Sexual Interest in Minors

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rebecca Lievesley ◽  
Rhia Lapworth
Keyword(s):  
Social Isolation ◽  
Service Provision ◽  
Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Sexual Interest ◽  
Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Online Support ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Experiences Of Women ◽  
Effective Service

The current body of literature studying minor-attracted persons (MAPs) predominantly focuses on the experiences of men who experience sexual attractions to children. To shed more light on the experiences of women within this population, we conducted anonymous semi-structured interviews with six self-identified female MAPs, who were recruited through online support forums for individuals with sexual attractions to children. Interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA) was used to analyze the interview transcripts. Two superordinate themes were elicited from the dataset that identified themes of social isolation and the effects of this on identity (“A lonely secret existence”) and the uniqueness of the experience of being a woman within the MAP community (“A minority within a minority”). The findings reported here highlight how the experiences of female MAPs both converge with and diverge from their male counterparts in important ways. We discuss the implications of these experiences in relation to more effective service provision for female MAPs.

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