scholarly journals Exploring the roles and contributions of industrial psychologists in South Africa against a multi-dimensional conceptual framework (part 2)

2007 ◽  
Vol 33 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Graeme Barnard ◽  
Linda Fourie
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Content Analysis ◽  
Conceptual Framework ◽  
Professional Roles ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Thematic Content Analysis ◽  
Thematic Content

The study was undertaken to explore the professional roles and contributions of industrial psychologists in South Africa. Semi-structured interviews were conducted among 23 registered psychologists to gain their views on the roles and contributions within each of the dimensions of a conceptual framework of organisational success developed earlier. A process of analytical induction, supported by thematic content analysis, revealed a range of generic roles yet specific industrial psychological contributions. The implications of the findings for the development of academic curricula, the establishment of clarity among industrial psychologists and the fostering of awareness in organisations regarding the value of these professionals are discussed.

scholarly journals The psychology of turning points in tennis

2017 ◽  
Vol 25 (71) ◽  
pp. 29-31
Author(s):  
Ana Soares ◽  
Chris Harwood
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Turning Points ◽  
Science Research ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Thematic Content Analysis ◽  
Thematic Content ◽  
Sport Science ◽  
Practical Level ◽  
Tennis Match ◽  
Research Grant

The psychological strategies used by players to deal with these turning points will determine how effective players are in using these situations to their advantage. The purpose of this study was to investigate the concept of turning points and understand more clearly the strategies applied by elite players to deal with turning points during a tennis match. A series of semi-structured interviews was conducted with nine elite professional players from five different countries, followed by a thematic content analysis of the interviews. The analysis revealed four key themes: positive turning points situations, negative turning points situations, strategies to capitalise on positive turning points and strategies to cope with negative turning points. On a practical level, strategies are suggested that coaches and psychologists can use to help players managing turning points. This research was partially supported by an International Tennis Federation Sport Science Research Grant.

What makes decision-making difficult for oncologists faced with critical situations? The socio-affective side of the physician–patient relationship

2018 ◽  
Vol 25 (10-11) ◽  
pp. 1396-1409 ◽  
Author(s):  
Léa Restivo ◽  
Claire Julian-Reynier ◽  
Laura Peyla ◽  
Thémis Apostolidis
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Content Analysis ◽  
Social Representations ◽  
Medical Problem ◽  
Medical Decision ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Physician Patient Relationship ◽  
Thematic Content Analysis ◽  
Thematic Content ◽  
Difficult Decision

The aim of this qualitative study based on a Social Representations approach was to explore experienced oncologists’ representations of difficult decision-making situations. In total, 22 semi-structured interviews with oncologists were conducted and analysed by performing a thematic content analysis. The thematic content analysis brought to light the main medical problem involved such as uncertainty, the lethal nature of cancer and physicians’ specialties, as well as the psychosocial ones, such as patients’ non-medical characteristics and the patient–physician relationships. This analysis also showed the painful tensions experienced by specialists in the context of decision-making situations when the medical arguments conflict with the psychosocial ones. These findings suggest that in order to understand more clearly the complex processes involved in difficult medical decision-making situations, studies on physicians’ expertise should include the socio-affective climate involved in each patient–physician relationship.

Fall Prevention Program Characteristics and Experiences of Older Adults and Program Providers in Canada: A Thematic Content Analysis

2019 ◽  
Vol 39 (10) ◽  
pp. 1124-1133 ◽  
Author(s):  
Humna Malik ◽  
Briana Virag ◽  
Fiona Fick ◽  
Paulette V. Hunter ◽  
Sharon Kaasalainen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Content Analysis ◽  
Health Care Providers ◽  
Fall Prevention ◽  
Prevention Programs ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Thematic Content Analysis ◽  
Thematic Content ◽  
Accessible Information

Objectives: To document the characteristics of fall prevention programs in specific regions in two Canadian provinces and to explore older adults’ and program providers’ experiences with these programs. Methods: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 16 program providers/managers from 12 different programs. Ten semi-structured focus groups were conducted with 59 older adults. Data were analyzed using thematic content analysis. Results: Older adults reported functional and social benefits. Program providers identified barriers to program success, including cognitive impairment, frailty, and lack of motivation. The need for general attitudinal changes toward older adults’ needs and broader community changes were identified as important by the older adults. Discussion: Easily accessible information about fall prevention programs for older adults and no-cost, ongoing initiatives were critical. Health care providers play keys roles in disseminating information, facilitating referrals, and advocating for initiatives that best meet the needs of older adults in their communities.

scholarly journals Support to Rural, Remote, and Northern Counsellors: The Unique Features Inherent to Video-Conferencing Technology

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-21
Author(s):  
Micheala Slipp
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Compassion Fatigue ◽  
Clinical Supervision ◽  
Video Conferencing ◽  
Higher Order ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Research Project ◽  
Thematic Content Analysis ◽  
Thematic Content

This paper presents the qualitative findings from a mixed methods quantitative-qualitative explanatory sequential research project. It investigates unique features of video conferencing technology and how these can be helpful in supporting counsellors in rural, remote, and Northern contexts to mitigate compassion fatigue through video conferencing clinical supervision. Semi structured interviews with nine respondents were conducted and analyzed with thematic content analysis supported by NVivo 10. The results revealed eight higher order themes. Of note are the thematic results which described technology as a solution, the unique opportunities inherent in the medium of video conferencing, and some of its inherent challenges. These results are relevant to a variety of consultative contexts across healthcare and education because they assist in understanding how the technology impacts interpersonal connection and efficacy in supervision work.

scholarly journals Healthcare beliefs and practices of kin caregivers in South Africa: implications for child survival

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Khuthala Mabetha ◽  
Nicole C. De Wet-Billings ◽  
Clifford O. Odimegwu
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Content Analysis ◽  
Health Outcomes ◽  
Child Survival ◽  
Eastern Cape ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Health Seeking ◽  
Beliefs And Practices ◽  
Thematic Content Analysis ◽  
Kwazulu Natal

Abstract Background Appropriate health-seeking practices may have a positive influence on child survival, particularly when practiced by kin caregivers of children who are below the age of 5 years. While literature has shown that children who are raised in kinship care often present with poor health outcomes and often have unmet healthcare needs, the health-seeking behaviours and practices of the children’s kin caregivers that ultimately influence these health outcomes remain largely unknown. In this paper, we explored the healthcare beliefs and practices of kin caregivers in South Africa on child survival. Methods Overall, 12 structured interviews were conducted with all the participants. Six [6] interviews were conducted in the Eastern Cape province and 6 were conducted in the KwaZulu-Natal province. The sample of participants was obtained by seeking permission from the child welfare authorities in the KwaZulu-Natal and Eastern Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) to assist in identifying a sample of the kin-caregivers who have provided primary care to children below the age of 5. The structured interviews were transcribed and analysed using thematic content analysis. After thematic content analysis was carried out, transcripts were given case numbers and then imported into NViVo version 11 for analysis and interpretation of the findings. Results The healthcare seeking behaviours and poor use of healthcare services of the caregivers were largely influenced by their notions and perceptions of health and illness. The notions and perceptions that the caregivers hold about the health statuses of the children placed under their care and illness were found to be largely culturally determined and largely influenced by preconceptions and certain healthcare beliefs. Increased reliance on traditional herbs, Notion of witchcraft and Faith healing emerged as key factors that influence health-seeking practices and beliefs of kin caregivers, thus influencing under-five mortality. Conclusion Kin caregivers should be equipped with the necessary guidance, resources and training that facilitate the successful fulfilment of the caregiving role, given the number of unmet needs and challenges that they face. This will in turn translate into positive child health outcomes.

scholarly journals Remarriage of elderly Widows: Widows’ attitude and fear regarding new romantic relationships

2021 ◽  
Vol 26 ◽  
pp. 864-872
Author(s):  
Molefi Motsoeneng
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Romantic Relationships ◽  
Romantic Relationship ◽  
Phenomenological Approach ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Thematic Content Analysis ◽  
Thematic Content ◽  
Caregiver Role ◽  
Family Pressure

This study examines the fears, after the death of their partners, which elderly widows experience regarding a new romantic relationship, in other words the decision whether to stay single or remarry. Participants in the study were widows who provided information about their attitude and fears regarding remarriage. The study operationalizes the theory of marriage in order to understand the factors that influenced their decisions whether to remain single or opt for re-marriage. The study is anchored in a phenomenological approach. Semi-structured interviews with elderly widows who were not currently married were employed to collect data. The data were analyzed using thematic content analysis that defined the experiences and perceptions of elderly widows. The findings were categorized into five main themes: fear of being ostracised by in-laws and family pressure, poor previous marriages, the caregiver role, inheritance rights, and not being able to find a suitable partner. Their involvement in a remarried relationship is perceived as taboo by both family and family-in-law. Furthermore, they see a remarriage as compromising their inheritances rights and are aware of the difficulty of finding a partner who matches their preference.

scholarly journals Closing the gaps in defining and conceptualising acceptability of healthcare: A synthesis review and thematic content analysis

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Blaise Joy Bucyibaruta ◽  
Doriccah Peu ◽  
Lesley Bamford ◽  
Annatjie van der Wath
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Content Analysis ◽  
Conceptual Framework ◽  
Public Health Research ◽  
Thematic Content Analysis ◽  
Thematic Content ◽  
The Public ◽  
Health Community ◽  
Acceptability Of Healthcare ◽  
Definition Of

Abstract Background: Acceptability of healthcare is gaining ground in public health research and practice. Overlooking healthcare acceptability when designing, implementing, monitoring and assessing healthcare interventions may lead to those interventions failing. Despite the importance of acceptability, the public health community still has to agree on an explicit definition and conceptual framework of acceptability. We considered different definitions and conceptual frameworks of healthcare acceptability, and identified commonalities to develop an integrated definition of healthcare acceptability. Methods: We conducted a synthesis review and thematic content analysis of research articles that attempt to define healthcare acceptability. We searched online databases including MEDLINE/PubMed, Cochrane Library and Google Scholar for relevant articles. The retained articles were imported into ATLAS.ti 8.4. Using thematic content analysis, we deductively and inductively coded categories and themes related to definitions and frameworks of healthcare acceptability. Results: Our review of the literature described the complexity of healthcare acceptability. The concept of acceptability remains poorly defined limiting its application in public health. We propose a definition of acceptability that includes the needs and expectations of the healthcare recipient, healthcare provider as well as the capacity of the healthcare systems. We define acceptability as a multi-construct concept describing nonlinear cumulative combination in parts or in whole of expected and experienced degree of healthcare from patient, provider or health systems and policy perspectives in a given context. We provide a conceptual framework of acceptability, applicable to the public health research and practice. Conclusion: We present a definition of acceptability that can be applied to different actors of public health including patients, providers, and health systems or policy. The proposed definition of acceptability, together with the conceptual framework provides a coherent conceptualisation that can be used by the broader public health community.

scholarly journals Performance of South African private-public partnerships

2016 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 19-26 ◽  
Author(s):  
Solly Matshonisa Seeletse
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Content Analysis ◽  
South African ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Thematic Content Analysis ◽  
Thematic Content ◽  
Additional Funding ◽  
The Government ◽  
Public Partnerships

Huge monetary investments are made towards private-public partnerships (PPPs) in an effort to develop South Africa. These PPPs are based on emulations from international benchmarks. Many developed countries benefit from skillful use of PPPs. The paper is based on concerns that, in South Africa, many PPP projects do not reach finalization. Others only reach finalization from additional funding after exhausting initial invested funds. Some causes of barriers of success of these PPPs are reported. Respondents are 39 past PPP participants. A self-administered unstructured questionnaire was used to collect qualitative data. Thematic content analysis was used to analyze the data. The results show negligence and wrong deployment as main causes of the failures in which the government side is a grave wrongdoer. Recommendations found to be necessary for improving PPP performance are suggested

scholarly journals ACOLHIMENTO COM CLASSIFICAÇÃO DE RISCO: QUE LUGAR É ESSE?

2016 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 52
Author(s):  
Hosana Ferreira Rates ◽  
Marília Alves ◽  
Ricardo Bezerra Cavalcante
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Emergency Nursing ◽  
Emergency Unit ◽  
Systematic Observation ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Proper Place ◽  
Thematic Content Analysis ◽  
Thematic Content ◽  
The Subject

Objetivo: conhecer o Acolhimento com Classificação de Risco (ACCR) como lugar próprio e espaços criados pelos sujeitos. Metodologia: estudo de caso de abordagem qualitativa. Realizaram-se entrevistas semiestruturadas com 20 enfermeiros e observação assistemática em uma Unidade de Pronto Atendimento, em 2015. Os dados foram submetidos à Análise de Conteúdo Temática. Resultados: o ACCR vai além de um ambiente ou uma postura adotada pelos profissionais, é um lugar próprio, pois é delimitado por normatizações, regras previamente estabelecidas que intentam circunscrever os sujeitos e isolá-los. Além disso, nesse lugar próprio, os espaços são delimitados a partir do caminhar que cada profissional e usuário empreendem no âmbito do ACCR. Cada qual tem o seu fazer, a sua intencionalidade, a sua vivência estimulada por situações que circunstanciam aquele ambiente. Conclusão: o Acolhimento como lugar próprio-espaço deve ser considerado, visando intervenções sobre a sua realidade.Descritores: Enfermagem em emergência; Triagem; Serviços médicos de emergênciaUSER EMBRACEMENT WITH RISC CLASSIFICATION: WHAT IS THIS PLACE?Objective: to know the User embracement with Risk Classification (ACCR) as the proper place and spaces created by the subjects. Methodology: the type is a case qualitative study. There were semi-structured interviews with 20 nurses and no systematic observation in an Emergency Unit, in 2015. The data were submitted to Thematic Content Analysis. Results: it was found that the ACCR goes beyond an environment or posture adopted by professionals, is a proper place it is delimited by norms, rules, previously established that attempt to circumscribe the subject and isolate them. Moreover, in this own place, the spaces are delimited from the walk that every professional and user undertaking under the Emergency Triage. Each one has its making, its intentionality, its experience stimulated by situations which circumstance that environment. Conclusion: the conformation of the triage while own place-space should be considered targeting interventions on their reality.Descriptors: Emergency nursing; Triage; Emergency medical servicesACOGIMIENTO CON CALIFICACIÓN DE RIESGO: ¿QUÉ ES ESTE LUGAR?Objetivo: conocer el Acogimiento con Calificación de Riesgo como el lugar proprio y espacios creados por los sujetos. Metodología: estudio de caso cualitativo. Hubo entrevistas semiestructuradas con 20 (veinte) enfermeras y observación no sistemática en un servicio de emergencia en el año 2015. Los datos fueron sometidos a Análisis de Contenido Temático. Resultados: el Acogimiento va más allá de un ambiente o una postura adoptada por los profesionales, es un lugar apropiado, es delimitada por las normas, las reglas establecidas con anterioridad que el intento de circunscribir el sujeto y aislarlos. Por otra parte, este lugar en sí, los espacios están limitados por el caminar de el profesional y usuario en el Acogimiento. Cada uno tiene su hacen, su intencionalidad, su experiencia estimulada por el situaciones que circunstancian ese entorno. Conclusión: acogimiento como el lugar propio en el espacio debe ser considerado con el fin de intervenir sobre su realidad.Descriptores: Enfermería de urgencias; Triaje; Servicios médicos de urgencia

scholarly journals Svenska lärares syn på avvikelser mellan resultat på nationella prov och ämnesbetyg

2020 ◽  
pp. 88-108
Author(s):  
Anders Jönsson ◽  
Alli Klapp
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Test Design ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Teacher Perspective ◽  
Thematic Content Analysis ◽  
Thematic Content ◽  
Single Score ◽  
National Tests ◽  
National Test

Since 2018, Swedish teachers are expected to pay particular attention to pupils’ results on national tests when grading. There are, however, still large discrepancies between national test results and teachers’ grades, which differ between schools and subjects. The purpose of this study is to investigate possible reasons behind these differences, from a teacher perspective. The study is based on semi-structured interviews with teachers who teach grade 9, either in physics (n=9) or English (n=12). The interviews have been transcribed and analyzed with thematic content analysis. The most important reason for differences is that the test results are considered misleading by the teachers. Although most reasons for considering the test results as misleading relate to test design, some of the reasons relate to the pupils. The only reason for differences that does not relate to test results being considered misleading, is that some pupils receive instruction at the end of the semester based on their shortcomings identified in the test. Furthermore, since the teachers tend to compare test results and own grades in a 1:1 ratio, they may discard the entire test if it is considered misleading. The fact that test results are presented as a single score or grade, therefore, seems to contribute to teachers not paying particular attention to test results when grading.

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