Childhood Significant Experiences that Contribute to Christian Commitment in Young Adulthood

2020 ◽  
pp. 073989132092256
Author(s):  
Stacey J. Davis
Keyword(s):  
Grounded Theory ◽  
Christian Education ◽  
Young Adulthood ◽  
Childhood Experiences ◽  
Children's Ministry ◽  
Ministry Workers ◽  
Christian Commitment ◽  
Depth Interviews

Childhood experiences are significant to adult spirituality. Understanding these influential experiences can assist professors of Christian education as they seek to empower future children’s ministry workers. This article seeks to understand how childhood experiences influence adult spirituality. In-depth interviews and grounded theory were utilized on 21 participants between 22 and 30 years old. Results from this study created seven themes revealing the childhood experiences that contribute to Christian commitment in young adulthood.

Integrating Theology and Social Science to Uncover How Childhood Experiences Contribute to Christian Commitment in Young Adulthood

2020 ◽  
pp. 073989132093217
Author(s):  
Stacey J. Davis
Keyword(s):  
Young Adult ◽  
Social Science ◽  
Religious Education ◽  
Young Adulthood ◽  
Life Stage ◽  
Christian Identity ◽  
Childhood Experiences ◽  
Christian Commitment ◽  
Christian Educators

Christian educators seek to understand how each life stage influences the next. Social science has found that the childhood years are filled with experiences that contribute to spirituality in young adulthood. This article seeks to understand these possible experiences by examining the biblical and theological aspects of childhood religious education and then integrating them with social science. Conclusions reveal three findings in regards to the connection between childhood experiences and young adult spiritualty: (1) understanding God’s larger narrative, (2) enhancing Christian identity, and (3) developing godly character.

Filipino Domestic Workers and Their Capacity Development

2016 ◽  
Vol 59 (6) ◽  
pp. 824-841
Author(s):  
Jennifer Loh ◽  
Alicia F. Estrellado
Keyword(s):  
Grounded Theory ◽  
Coping Strategies ◽  
Working Conditions ◽  
Psychological Health ◽  
Personal Characteristics ◽  
Capacity Development ◽  
Domestic Workers ◽  
Depth Interviews

This study explored the day-to-day experiences of female Filipino domestic workers in Singapore, including their working conditions, employee–employer relationships, and psychological health. In-depth interviews were conducted with 18 women. Using grounded theory, the emergent themes revealed high levels of variation, both within and between women, suggesting that the quality of domestic workers’ lives depends largely on the personal characteristics of their employers or the workers themselves, rather than on any system of protection. More importantly, participants displayed positive and resilient coping strategies which enabled them to thrive despite restrictive circumstances. Implications pertaining to capabilities and empowerment development were discussed.

How Patients Manage Life and Health While Waiting for a Liver Transplant

2003 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 47-60 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. Susan Baker ◽  
Carol L. McWilliam
Keyword(s):  
Liver Transplantation ◽  
Grounded Theory ◽  
Liver Transplant ◽  
Health Resources ◽  
Waiting Period ◽  
Letting Go ◽  
Successful Transplantation ◽  
Changing Attitudes ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Overall Health Status

Liver transplantation offers a lifesaving treatment for individuals with terminal disease. An extended waiting period may contribute to anxiety and undermine overall health status, jeopardizing the patient's opportunity for successful transplantation. The purpose of this grounded theory qualitative study was to discover how individuals experience life and health resources during the wait for a liver transplant. In-depth interviews, conducted with 12 adults who had awaited liver transplantation for more than a year, were transcribed verbatim and analyzed using grounded theory methods. The findings portrayed the transplant waiting period to be a process of experiencing confinement, disciplining the self, and ultimately letting go and surrendering one's self to accept available, accessible, and appropriate resources for health. Resources for life and health used by the participants included: following instructions, presenting self positively, seeking information and support, controlling symptoms, using distraction and denial, changing attitudes, setting and achieving new goals, isolating oneself and entrusting oneself to another. The findings suggest the importance of increasing supportive, health-oriented care aimed at promoting resources for everyday living and health during the transplant waiting period.

Consumer roles and values in selfie experience: a case of Korean young consumers

2018 ◽  
Vol 21 (4) ◽  
pp. 491-512 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yoo Jin Kwon ◽  
Kyoung-Nan Kwon
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Grounded Theory ◽  
Web 2.0 ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Theory Approach ◽  
Qualitative Research Method ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Grounded Theory Approach ◽  
Depth Interviews

Purpose The purpose of this study is to understand the values consumers pursue and roles consumers partake in selfie practice. Design/methodology/approach A qualitative research method was adopted. In-depth interviews were conducted with selfie enthusiasts. Data were analyzed with grounded theory approach. Findings Diverse activities and reflections pertaining to selfies were analyzed, which uncovered three consumer roles departmentalized and the nine values that selfie practice generates for consumers. The three roles are subject, photographer and user of selfies, and the roles are orchestrated together or selectively performed if necessary. In consequence of the interplay of performances and expectations of the roles, consumers pursue and gain four collaboratively created values and five individually created values. Originality/value Findings of the study expand the understanding of values of selfie practice and consumer roles in Web 2.0.

A Grounded Theory Study of Burnout among Youth Workers in Korean Immigrant Churches

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 373-391
Author(s):  
Youngjun Kim
Keyword(s):  
Grounded Theory ◽  
Korean American ◽  
Youth Workers ◽  
Korean Immigrant ◽  
Grounded Theory Study ◽  
Immigrant Churches ◽  
Depth Interviews

This research aimed to explore the factors that contribute to burnout among Korean (American) youth workers. Twenty youth workers serving at Korean immigrant churches in California participated in in-depth interviews ( n = 20). The four key themes found, include multidimensional contributors to burnout, symptoms of burnout, impact of burnout, and the resolution of burnout. Based on the findings, this study discusses conclusions and implications for helping youth workers deal with a sense of burnout adequately and ways of thriving in their ministry.

Achieving Recovery Through Resilience: Insights From Adults in Midlife Living With Anorexia Nervosa

2020 ◽  
pp. 104973232097820
Author(s):  
Leslie A. McCallum ◽  
Ramona Alaggia
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Anorexia Nervosa ◽  
Grounded Theory ◽  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Life Course ◽  
Young Adulthood ◽  
Constructivist Grounded Theory ◽  
Life Course Theory ◽  
Seeking Help ◽  
The Life Course

Despite the high percentage of adults living with anorexia nervosa (AN) over the life course, there is limited understanding of what it means to be living with AN in midlife when the majority of research has focused on adolescents and young adults. As such, clinical practice for individuals in midlife is informed by a severe and enduring AN (SE-AN) framework, which assumes that recovery is not necessarily feasible past young adulthood. This study used constructivist grounded theory methodology to understand the experiences of adults in midlife living with AN. In-depth analyses of 19 participant narratives in midlife show that individuals face barriers to seeking help or remaining in recovery; however, midlife can also act as a significant catalyst toward recovery. Subsequently, there is merit in revisiting the utility of the SE-AN framework in the context of life course theory and exploring resilience-informed approaches in supporting recovery from AN.

The Art of Working With Nature in Nature-Based Therapies

2020 ◽  
pp. 105382592093363
Author(s):  
Lia Naor ◽  
Ofra Mayseless
Keyword(s):  
Grounded Theory ◽  
Personal Information ◽  
Therapeutic Process ◽  
Basic Belief ◽  
Field Observations ◽  
Therapeutic Approaches ◽  
Therapeutic Goals ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Shed Light

Background: Nature-based therapeutic approaches have largely centered on the significance of nature, as a unique setting. This article focuses on an additional perspective, that of nature as actively influencing the therapeutic process, providing significant content. Purpose: The main objective of this study was to shed light on how practitioners experience, perceive, and work with nature to serve therapeutic goals. Methodology/Approach: Grounded theory inquiry was implemented. Data included in-depth interviews conducted with 26 nature-based practitioners with different professional backgrounds from five countries and field observations of six nature-based workshops. Findings/Conclusions: Four major categories emerged: (a) A basic belief among practitioners that nature is actively influencing the therapeutic process, providing significant and relevant personal information; (b) the practitioners’ relationship with nature and its role in the therapeutic process; (c) the practice of working with nature so nature’s input is acknowledged and integrated intentionally; (d) creating the conditions for the clients’ engagement with nature as a resource via five themes. Implications: This study expands on common notions of nature-based facilitation, illuminating the possibilities and potential of integrating nature’s input as beneficial and relevant to the therapeutic process by working with nature. The operational and practical steps for working with nature are delineated.

You are an embarrassment

2017 ◽  
Vol 20 (3) ◽  
pp. 289-305 ◽  
Author(s):  
Juhi Gahlot Sarkar ◽  
Abhigyan Sarkar
Keyword(s):  
Grounded Theory ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Grounded Theory Method ◽  
Moderating Factors ◽  
Antecedents And Consequences ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Theory Framework

Purpose The purposes of this qualitative study are to investigate brand embarrassment which is a unique social consumption emotion and to identify possible antecedents, consequences and moderating factors associated with it. Design/methodology/approach The study reviewed a large volume of literature on embarrassment. The literature review was followed by a series of semi-structured, in-depth interviews of selected brand-conscious young adult informants in India. The data collected through such interviews were coded following grounded theory method. Findings The final outcome of the study is a comprehensive grounded theory framework. The framework depicts various antecedents and consequences of brand embarrassment and specific moderating factors shaping the influences of specific antecedents on brand embarrassment. Originality/value The value of this qualitative study lies in developing an elaborate grounded theory framework showing the inter-relationships between brand embarrassment and other related concepts.

Adverse Childhood Experiences and E‐Cigarette Use During Young Adulthood

2019 ◽  
Vol 28 (4) ◽  
pp. 303-310 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sunny H. Shin ◽  
David Conley ◽  
Gabriela Ksinan Jiskrova ◽  
Thomas A. Wills
Keyword(s):  
Young Adulthood ◽  
Adverse Childhood Experiences ◽  
Cigarette Use ◽  
Childhood Experiences ◽  
Adverse Childhood
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