A new grounded theory model of sexual adjustment to HIV: facilitators of sexual adjustment and recommendations for clinical practice

This study aimed to examine how problem gambling interacts with gendered drivers of intimate partner violence (IPV) against women to exacerbate this violence. Interviews were conducted with 48 female victims of IPV linked to a male partner’s gambling; 24 female victims of IPV linked to their own gambling; and 39 service practitioners from 25 services. Given limited research into gambling-related IPV, but a stronger theoretical base relating to IPV against women, this study used an adaptive grounded theory approach. It engaged with existing theories on gendered drivers of violence against women, while also developing a grounded theory model of individual and relationship determinants based on emergent findings from the data. Gambling-related IPV against women was found to occur in the context of expressions of gender inequality, including men’s attitudes and behaviors that support violence and rigid gender expectations, controlling behaviors, and relationships condoning disrespect of women. Within this context, the characteristics of problem gambling and the financial, emotional and relationship stressors gambling causes intensified the IPV. Alcohol and other drug use, and co-morbid mental health issues, also interacted with gambling to intensify the IPV. Major implications. Reducing gambling-related IPV against women requires integrated, multi-level interventions that reduce both problem gambling and gendered drivers of violence. Gambling operators can act to reduce problem gambling and train staff in responding to IPV. Financial institutions can assist people to limit their gambling expenditure and families to protect their assets. Service providers can be alert to the co-occurrence of gambling problems and IPV and screen, treat, and refer clients appropriately. Public education can raise awareness that problem gambling increases the risk of IPV. Reducing gender inequality is also critical.

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Being and Becoming a Psychotherapist in Portugal

Expertise in Counseling and Psychotherapy ◽

10.1093/med:psych/9780190222505.003.0004 ◽

2016 ◽

pp. 93-126

Author(s):

Helena Moura de Carvalho ◽

Paula Mena Matos

Keyword(s):

Professional Development ◽

Grounded Theory ◽

Clinical Practice ◽

Theory Analysis ◽

Stages Of Development ◽

Theoretical Orientations ◽

Professional Experiences ◽

Personal Domain ◽

Professional Self ◽

Being And Becoming

The purpose of this work was to analyze the narratives of 20 Portuguese expert psychotherapists from different theoretical orientations on their personal and professional development during clinical practice. Using a constructive perspective of grounded theory analysis, two main themes emerged. The first theme focuses on the personal and professional experiences that contributed to the development of expert psychotherapists. This theme emphasizes the importance of dialogue and consistency between the personal and professional self-understanding of the development of the psychotherapist. In the second theme, the stages of development and changes of the psychotherapist are organized in two subthemes: (1) steps and changes in development of psychotherapists working in the professional domain and (2) steps and changes in development of psychotherapists in the personal domain. The findings highlight the need to consider the changes in personal and professional development in the study of the development of psychotherapists.

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A grounded theory of music therapists’ approach to goal processes within their clinical practice

The Arts in Psychotherapy ◽

10.1016/j.aip.2020.101680 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 70 ◽

pp. 101680

Author(s):

Grace Anne Thompson

Keyword(s):

Grounded Theory ◽

Clinical Practice ◽

Music Therapists

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

Qualitative Health Research ◽

10.1177/1049732320978202 ◽

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.

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Qualities and Methods of Highly Effective Surgical Educators: A Grounded Theory Model

Journal of Surgical Education ◽

10.1016/j.jsurg.2019.02.011 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 76 (5) ◽

pp. 1293-1302 ◽

Cited By ~ 7

Author(s):

Robert A. Swendiman ◽

Daniel I. Hoffman ◽

Adrienne N. Bruce ◽

Thane A. Blinman ◽

Michael L. Nance ◽

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Keyword(s):

Grounded Theory ◽

Theory Model ◽

Highly Effective

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Feminist-Informed Protective Factors for Subthreshold Eating Disorders

Qualitative Health Research ◽

10.1177/1049732320921832 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 30 (10) ◽

pp. 1546-1560

Author(s):

Emily C. Wacker ◽

Megan L. Dolbin-MacNab

Keyword(s):

Eating Disorders ◽

Grounded Theory ◽

Eating Disorder ◽

Protective Factors ◽

Theory Model ◽

Constructivist Grounded Theory ◽

Future Research ◽

Sociocultural Context ◽

Research And Practice ◽

Tangible Support

Despite knowledge that the larger sociocultural context contributes to the development of eating disorders, few studies have examined protective factors for women with subthreshold eating disorders. Using feminist-informed constructivist grounded theory methodology, 15 women (ages 18–25 years) with subthreshold eating disorders were interviewed. Results suggest that participants spoke of their subthreshold eating disorders in an externalized way and used protective factors to guide decision making toward their preferred values. A grounded theory model was developed to illustrate this process. Protective factors included (a) people who provide emotional and tangible support, (b) support people who challenge the eating disorder, (c) personal sense of agency, and (d) community activism and involvement. Participants experiencing subthreshold eating disorders demonstrated a capacity to distinguish their own thoughts and values from those of the “eating disorder voice,” and protective factors facilitated this process. Implications for future research and practice are discussed.

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