scholarly journals Nurses’ and midwives’ perspectives on how the pursuit for the ‘perfect’ body image affects their own breastfeeding practices: a qualitative study in Ghana

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Angela Kwartemaa Acheampong ◽  
Alhassan Sibdow Abukari
Keyword(s):  
Body Image ◽  
Weight Gain ◽  
Focus Group ◽  
Coping Strategies ◽  
Breastfeeding Duration ◽  
Breastfeeding Practices ◽  
Body Image Concerns ◽  
Negative Comments ◽  
And Coping ◽  
Nurses And Midwives

Abstract Background Body image concerns have been widely documented in the literature as one reason why most women shorten the breastfeeding duration of their infants. Negative body image concerns among breastfeeding mothers may lead to depressive symptoms. There is a paucity of literature on how body image affects the breastfeeding practices of nurses and midwives. Therefore, this study explored the perspectives of breastfeeding nurses and midwives on how their body image affected their breastfeeding practices. Methods A qualitative design was used in this study. Five focus group discussions were conducted with each group having five members. The study was conducted in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana between November and December of 2020. Participants were recruited into the study using a purposive sampling method. Focus group sessions were audiotaped and transcribed verbatim. Data were analyzed using a content analysis. Results Three main themes emerged from the data analysis: body image concerns and breastfeeding, sociocultural pressures and breastfeeding and coping strategies. Participants had concerns regarding weight gain due to the need to eat adequately while breastfeeding. Body image concerns included increase in abdominal size, sagging breasts and generalized weight gain. These concerns and pressures negatively affected the breastfeeding practices of participants. Body image concerns reflected sociocultural pressures such as negative comments from loved ones and in the social media. The coping strategies adopted by the mothers were self-motivation and the love they had for their children. Conclusions The perspectives of breastfeeding nurses and midwives on the ways their body image affected their breastfeeding practices identified the need for support in order to successfully breastfeed.

scholarly journals Nurses’ and midwives’ perspectives on how the crave for the ‘perfect’ body image affect their own breastfeeding practices: A qualitative study in Ghana

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Angela Kwartemaa Acheampong ◽  
ALHASSAN SIBDOW ABUKARI
Keyword(s):  
Body Image ◽  
Time Frame ◽  
Study Data ◽  
World Health ◽  
Breastfeeding Practices ◽  
Body Image Concerns ◽  
Negative Comments ◽  
The Many ◽  
Health Organization ◽  
Nurses And Midwives

Abstract Background: The World Health Organization has recommended that, all infants should be breastfed for at least two years with six months of exclusive breastfeeding. This is due to the many benefits of breastfeeding to the mother, child and the nation. There is paucity of literature on the breastfeeding practices of nurses and midwives with regards to issues relating to body image. Therefore, this study explored the perspectives of breastfeeding nurses and midwives on how their body image affect their breastfeeding practices. Methods : Qualitative exploratory descriptive design was used to conduct this study. Five focus group discussions were conducted with each group having five members after participants were purposively selected into the study. Data was analyzed inductively after it was audiotaped and transcribed verbatim. Results : Three main themes emerged after data analysis which included: Body image concerns and breastfeeding, sociocultural pressures and breastfeeding and coping strategies. Participants were of the view that, they had concerns with regards to weight gain due to the need to eat adequately in order to lactate. To participants, those concerns and pressures negatively affect their breastfeeding practices. These body image concerns are fueled by sociocultural pressures such as negative comments from loved ones and social media. They coped with self-motivation and the love they have for their children. Conclusion : It is apparent that, breastfeeding health professionals need support in order to successfully breastfeed their infants till the stipulated time frame. Keywords: Nurses and midwives, breastfeeding, body image and breastfeeding, body image concerns, Ghana, sociocultural pressures and breastfeeding.

Challenges and coping strategies of refugees: Exploring residual Liberian refugees’ experiences in Ghana

2016 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
pp. 96-112 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mavis Dako-Gyeke ◽  
Ernestina Adu
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
Coping Strategies ◽  
High Rate ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Policy Actors ◽  
Qualitative Research Design ◽  
And Coping ◽  
Depth Interviews

This study explored the challenges and coping strategies among Liberian refugees in Ghana. Using a qualitative research design, 40 participants were purposively recruited at a refugee settlement in Ghana. Four focus group discussions and sixteen in-depth interviews were conducted. The focus group discussions and in-depth interviews were audio-taped, transcribed, coded, and analyzed thematically based on the objectives of the study. The findings indicated that the refugees experienced challenges related to disruption in social networks, disputes over resources, high rate of unemployment, and increased level of criminal activities. The study also revealed that the refugees included in this study resorted to religion, spirituality, and income earning activities as their coping strategies. The findings offer insights for social workers, policy actors, and future research.

Do Anxiety, Body Image, Social Support and Coping Strategies Predict Survival in Breast Cancer? A Ten-Year Follow-Up Study

2007 ◽  
Vol 48 (3) ◽  
pp. 211-216 ◽  
Author(s):  
Florence Cousson-Gelie ◽  
Marilou Bruchon-Schweitzer ◽  
Jean Marie Dilhuydy ◽  
Marthe-Aline Jutand
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Social Support ◽  
Body Image ◽  
Coping Strategies ◽  
Follow Up Study ◽  
And Coping

The challenges and coping strategies of exclusive breastfeeding practices among student mothers at a Nigerian university

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Iyanuoluwa Oreofe Ojo ◽  
Oluwatosin Ayomide Aina ◽  
Odinaka Benardette Ani ◽  
Patricia O Onianwa
Keyword(s):  
Coping Strategies ◽  
Exclusive Breastfeeding ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Student Mothers ◽  
Breastfeeding Practices ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
Nigerian University ◽  
Level Of Significance ◽  
And Coping

Background/aims Successful breastfeeding is crucial to combat infant malnutrition and is also paramount for the health of the newborn and the mother. However, student mothers face diverse challenges to exclusive breastfeeding. This study aimed to identify the challenges and coping strategies of exclusive breastfeeding practices among student mothers at a Nigeria university. Methods The study adopted a cross-sectional design. A total of 82 student mothers were recruited. Data were collected through a self-administered semi-structured questionnaire, containing questions on the breastfeeding practices and intentions of the mothers and the challenges encountered and coping strategies used. These data were analysed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences, version 20. The data were analysed using Chi square tests, at 0.05 level of significance. Results The majority of mothers (93.9%) reported that they gave supplements other than breast milk to their babies, with the frequency ranging from rarely to often. Academic pressure was the most frequently identified challenge of exclusive breastfeeding by the respondents (72%), while 89% of the respondents received support from their husband as a major coping strategy. Conclusions Policies should be made to support and provide enabling environments for students who are also mothers. Nurses and decision makers in the university setting should consider ways to improve the exclusive breastfeeding practice of students.

Asian American men’s body image concerns: A focus group study.

2020 ◽  
Vol 21 (3) ◽  
pp. 333-344 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kelly Yu-Hsin Liao ◽  
Frances C. Shen ◽  
Andrea R. Cox ◽  
Amy R. Miller ◽  
Brittany Sievers ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Image ◽  
Focus Group ◽  
Asian American ◽  
Focus Group Study ◽  
Body Image Concerns

scholarly journals Evaluation of Quality of life, Social Support and Coping Strategies and Illness Adjustment in patients with breast cancer: Across sectional study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hassan Okati-Aliabad ◽  
Alireza Ansari-Moghadam ◽  
Mahdi Mohammadi ◽  
Fariba Shahraki-Sanavi ◽  
Shiva Kargar
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Social Support ◽  
Body Image ◽  
Coping Strategies ◽  
Coping Strategy ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Illness Adjustment ◽  
And Coping

Abstract Background: This study aimed to assess the quality of life (QOL), social support and coping strategies, and illness adjustment among breast cancer patients in general and on type of breast surgery.Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional study at the Ali-Ebne-Abitaleb and Khatam-Al-Anbia hospitals in Zahedan, Iran, 2020. We recruited patients with breast cancer who underwent lumpectomy(n=44), mastectomy(n=64), and not any surgery (n=15) by census method. Data collection tools were the breast cancer-specific module (QLQ-BR 23), The adjustment to illness measurement inventory for Iranian women with breast cancer (AIMI- IBC), and the multidimensional scale of perceived social support (MSPSS) questionnaires. We performed statistical analysis by ANOVA, independent sample t-test, Kruskal-Wallis, Mann-Whitney U-test, and multiple linear regression analysis to adjust for covariates.Results: We recruited a total of 120 patients with breast cancer in this survey. 53.3% of patients underwent a mastectomy, 34.2% lumpectomy, and 12.5% of patients had not been surgery. Patients in the functioning scale reported high scores for body image (mean=78.61, SD=26.69) and future perspective (mean=55.27, SD=26.71). Patients on the symptom scale had a high score upset by hair loss (mean= 49.16, SD=38.88). Generally, patients received a high social support level, especially from family members, and used a positive coping strategy to have high illness adjustment more than a negative coping strategy. Also, patients who underwent lumpectomy had a better sexual life and body image and more illness adjustment than the other two groups of patients.Conclusion: Early detection of the disease, support for patients, and educational programs to use appropriate coping strategies can improve breast cancer women's quality of life and disease adaptation.

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