scholarly journals The Embodiment of Discovery: An Adapted Framework for Qualitative Analysis of Lived Experiences

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Helen Hernandez ◽  
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Laurie Dringus ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Data Analysis ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Qualitative Analysis ◽  
Research Methodology ◽  
Lived Experiences ◽  
Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Insulin Pump ◽  
Doctoral Student ◽  
Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Effective Strategy

We reflect on our process of working with an adapted framework as an effective strategy for analyzing and interpreting the results of our qualitative study on the lived experiences of insulin pump trainers. Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) was applied as the overarching research methodology and was encapsulated into a framework adapted from Bonello and Meehan (2019) and from Chong (2019). We describe this framework as the “embodiment of discovery” to posit the researcher’s tangible experience of discovering the meaning of data that also brought transparency to the researcher’s process for data analysis and interpretation. We present challenges the doctoral student researcher experienced working with the framework through three phases and various steps performed during the analysis. We recommend the framework may assist novice researchers as a tool for wayfinding and scoping the structure of data analysis and interpretation. We conclude that novice researchers should not fear finding their “embodiment of discovery” in adapting creative or alternate methods for qualitative analysis.

Interpersonal stress in ministry: The lived experiences of female clergy cancer survivors

2019 ◽  
Vol 48 (3) ◽  
pp. 188-202
Author(s):  
Latoya Moss ◽  
Jill L Snodgrass
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Interpersonal Relationships ◽  
Career Counseling ◽  
Lived Experiences ◽  
Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Female Clergy ◽  
Cancer Experience ◽  
Unrealistic Expectations

Ministry is a unique vocation that often requires self-sacrifice to meet the needs of others. Navigating interpersonal relationships can be a difficult aspect of ministry, and this challenge is even more pronounced if the clergy is female and battling cancer. This article reports a sub-set of findings from a qualitative study that utilized interpretative phenomenological analysis to uncover the lived experiences of six female clergy cancer survivors. The findings revealed that congregants, and participants’ relationships with congregants, influenced participants’ cancer experience in three key ways. First, participants experienced stress and loneliness based on their own and others’ unrealistic expectations associated with a career in ministry. Second, participants learned to don a figurative mask and to selectively reveal and guard their emotions about cancer and cancer treatment from those they were called to serve. Third, participants’ experience of cancer and their commitment to their calling required both reliance on God and self-care. Implications for career counseling and coaching with clergy in adverse situations are offered.

scholarly journals Delivering cognitive therapy for adolescent social anxiety disorder in NHS CAMHS: a qualitative analysis of the experiences of young people, their parents and clinicians-in-training

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-15
Author(s):  
Lucy Taylor ◽  
Cathy Creswell ◽  
Samantha Pearcey ◽  
Emma Brooks ◽  
Eleanor Leigh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Anxiety Disorder ◽  
Social Anxiety ◽  
Young People ◽  
Health Services ◽  
Qualitative Analysis ◽  
Social Anxiety Disorder ◽  
Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Qualitative Exploration

Abstract Background: Social anxiety disorder (SAD) is common. It usually starts in adolescence, and without treatment can disrupt key developmental milestones. Existing generic treatments are less effective for young people with SAD than with other anxiety disorders, but an adaptation of an effective adult therapy (CT-SAD-A) has shown promising results for adolescents. Aims: The aim of this study was to conduct a qualitative exploration to contribute towards the evaluation of CT-SAD-A for adoption into Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS). Method: We used interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA) to analyse the transcripts of interviews with a sample of six young people, six parents and seven clinicians who were learning the treatment. Results: Three cross-cutting themes were identified: (i) endorsing the treatment; (ii) finding therapy to be collaborative and active; challenging but helpful; and (iii) navigating change in a complex setting. Young people and parents found the treatment to be useful and acceptable, although simultaneously challenging. This was echoed by the clinicians, with particular reference to integrating CT-SAD-A within community CAMHS settings. Conclusions: The acceptability of the treatment with young people, their parents and clinicians suggests further work is warranted in order to support its development and implementation within CAMHS settings.

scholarly journals Should Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) be Used With Focus Groups? Navigating the Bumpy Road of “Iterative Loops,” Idiographic Journeys, and “Phenomenological Bridges”

2020 ◽  
Vol 19 ◽  
pp. 160940692092160 ◽  
Author(s):  
Beverly Love ◽  
Arlene Vetere ◽  
Paul Davis
Keyword(s):  
Focus Groups ◽  
Group Dynamics ◽  
Lived Experiences ◽  
Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Group Data ◽  
Focus Group Data ◽  
Thematic Approach ◽  
The Individual ◽  
Individual Voice

Interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA) is a qualitative thematic approach developed within psychology underpinned by an idiographic philosophy, thereby focusing on the subjective lived experiences of individuals. However, it has been used in focus groups of which some have been critical because of the difficulties of extrapolating the individual voice which is more embedded within the group dynamics and the added complexity of multiple hermeneutics occurring. Some have adapted IPA for use with focus groups, while others provide scant regard to these philosophical tensions. This raises the question whether IPA should be used with focus group data. To address these concerns, this article will set out a step-by-step guide of how IPA was adapted for use with focus groups involving drug using offenders (including illustrative examples with participants’ quotes). A rationale of why it was important to use both focus groups and an IPA approach will be covered including the value, merits, and challenges this presented. An overview of how participants’ idiographic accounts of their drug use, relapse, and recovery were developed will be provided. This article will conclude with a suggested way forward to satisfy the theoretical tensions and address the question raised in the title.

Siblings’ Experiences of Everyday Life in a Family Where One Child Is Diagnosed With Blood Cancer: A Qualitative Study

2018 ◽  
Vol 36 (2) ◽  
pp. 131-142 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marieke Van Schoors ◽  
Jan De Mol ◽  
Natacha Laeremans ◽  
Lesley L. Verhofstadt ◽  
Liesbet Goubert ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Family Life ◽  
Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Life Experiences ◽  
Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Safe Harbor ◽  
Semistructured Interview ◽  
Information Communication ◽  
Blood Cancer ◽  
Non Hodgkin Lymphoma

Background: Childhood cancer not only presents challenges to the life of the child with cancer but also to the siblings’ daily family life. The aim of the current study was to gain a better understanding of siblings’ experiences of living in a family where one child has been diagnosed with blood cancer. Method: Ten siblings of children with leukemia or non-Hodgkin lymphoma completed a semistructured interview about their everyday family life experiences postdiagnosis. The verbatim transcripts of the interviews served as the data for an interpretative phenomenological analysis. Results: The results showed that overall the siblings experienced a continuity in many aspects of their family life: they still experienced their family as an important source of support and information/communication, as warm and loving and as a safe harbor where family members aim to protect each other. However, at the same time, the participating siblings also expressed that some things felt unmistakably different postdiagnosis: They felt that their family as a whole had been ripped apart, with a greater focus on the diagnosed child and changing responsibilities for each family member. Conclusion: This study informs parents and clinicians about the daily family life experiences from the siblings’ perspective, a perspective that is often overlooked. A focus on challenges as well as continuities within family life, the wish for connection expressed by the siblings, and the uniqueness of every sibling’s experiences is what can be taken away from this study by psychosocial workers in the field.

scholarly journals Lived experiences within a longstanding coach-athlete relationship. The case of one paralympic athlete

2018 ◽  
Vol 20 (2-3) ◽  
pp. 279-297
Author(s):  
Fernando Santos ◽  
Martin Camiré ◽  
Dany J. MacDonald
Keyword(s):  
Lived Experiences ◽  
Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Acute Bout ◽  
Insight Into ◽  
Constant Support

The purpose of the present study was to explore the lived experiences of one male Paralympic athlete who maintained a longstanding relationship with his coach. This case provides insight into how a coach can serve as a key supportive agent in enabling an athlete to thrive both in sport and in life. The athlete was interviewed on two separate occasions and an interpretative phenomenological analysis was conducted. The athlete discussed the consequences of an acute bout of meningitis experienced at four years of age that left him impaired. During adolescence and adulthood, the athlete experienced the death of his mother and sister as well as the challenges associated with him assuming his homosexuality. Throughout these ordeals, his coach acted as a constant support figure. The athlete attributed much weight to his coach’s trust, respect, and empathy in explaining the significant success he attained on the international stage. The recommendations offered focus on how coaches can support athletes when athletes are navigating tough challenges.

scholarly journals STUDI FENOMENOLOGI : RESILIENCE KELUARGA PENDERITA SKIZOFRENIA DI PUSKESMAS BANTUR

2016 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Wahyu Widiastutik ◽  
Indah Winarni ◽  
Retno Lestari
Keyword(s):  
Data Analysis ◽  
Alternative Treatment ◽  
Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Family Resilience ◽  
Supernatural Power ◽  
Interview Technique ◽  
Depth Interview ◽  
The Family

This research discusses the resilience dinamics of schizophrenia sufferer with a relapse which aims to explore the feeling of the family about the resiliece dinamics of schizophrenia sufferer with a relapse. This research metodology uses qualitative approach which involves 6 participants. The data analysis uses interpretative phenomenological analysis. The informative method uses in-depth interview technique with their parents and other relatives. The participantss are people who take care of and understand the condition of patient.The result of the research make 9 themes namely : (1) the family of the sufferer knew schizophrenia as a thougt illness; (2) the family feel uncomfortable; (3) they believed that the supernatural power causing the illness; (4) they try hard to cure the sufferer by alternative treatment; (5)the family have crisis life; (6) they regarded all misery which was experienced as God-given; (7) the family feel the care of health and environment  officers; (8) they Raise from the fall; (9) they accept all condition. Keywords : family resilience, schizophrenia, relapse

scholarly journals P059 QUALITY OF LIFE IN COMPLEX ABDOMINAL WALL HERNIA PATIENTS

2021 ◽  
Vol 108 (Supplement_8) ◽  
Author(s):  
Olivia Smith ◽  
Srinivas Chintapatla ◽  
Praminthra Chitsabesan
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Abdominal Wall ◽  
Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Abdominal Wall Hernia ◽  
Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Social Processes

Abstract Aim determine themes reported as important to Quality of Life (QoL) in Complex Abdominal Wall Hernia (CAWH) patients Material and Methods 15 purposively sampled CAWH patients were interviewed using topic guides (8 men and 7 women aged between 36 to 85 years [median = 65 years] covering all VHWG grades). All verbatim transcripts were coded and analysed using NVIVO12 software and Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) until thematic saturation. Results 3 overarching groupings and 5 superordinate themes were identified. Each superordinate theme is associated with several subordinate themes: Conclusions This is the first phenomenological qualitative study in CAWH patients. The themes presented are interrelated and should shape our understanding of QoL in CAWH. Current QoL tools do not incorporate all aspects identified by this study. Further research is needed in order to generate a standardised CAWH QoL instrument which incorporates bio-psycho-emotional-social processes important to patients as identified by patients.

Exploring the relevancy of random and scheduled alcohol breathalyser testing in high-risk jobs within safety-sensitive work settings

2021 ◽  
Vol 19 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vusi Mthimkhulu ◽  
Hugo D. Van der Walt
Keyword(s):  
Lived Experiences ◽  
Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Qualitative Method ◽  
Alcohol Intoxication ◽  
Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Ongoing Debate ◽  
Work Settings ◽  
Value Add ◽  
Viable Method

Orientation: Workplace testing is seen as a viable method in monitoring alcohol intoxication in the workplace. This article explored lived experiences of random and scheduled alcohol breathalyser testing to gain insights into meaning and understanding of the phenomenon under study.Research purpose: Random and scheduled testing are preferred techniques of assessing intoxication in the workplace. This article set to gain insights into whether behaviour can have an influence on the effectiveness of random and scheduled testing. The information can contribute to the ongoing debate on the efficacy of workplace testing and lays groundwork for future studies.Motivation for the study: Emergent data seem to suggest that the success of workplace testing in preventing alcohol and substance use in the workplace is indecisive.Research approach/design and method: A qualitative method was employed to collect data from eight alcohol-consuming individuals who performed jobs considered safety-sensitive through semi-structured interviews. Data were analysed through the application of an interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA).Main findings: Findings revealed incidents of alcohol intoxication within the workplace in spite of random and scheduled testing in place. There seems to be a disregard for rules that prohibit intoxication in the workplace. Money bribes seem to enable cheating on testing in the workplace. Behaviour undercuts the goal of an alcohol-free workplace.Practical implications: Behaviour stemming from on-site intoxication and cheating on alcohol tests hinders on the goal of attaining an alcohol-free workplace.Contribution/value-add: The analysis of behaviour could contribute to the ongoing debate regarding the efficacy of workplace testing.

Providers’ perceptions of the online community marketplace for lodging accommodations

2016 ◽  
Vol 18 (4) ◽  
pp. 470-477 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cynthia S Deale ◽  
Alleah Crawford
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Online Community ◽  
Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Online Marketplace ◽  
And Behaviors ◽  
Meaningful Relationships ◽  
Analyze Data

With the increase in intermediaries in the online marketplace for lodging accommodations, such as Airbnb, Vacation Rental by Owner, Home Away, and Flip Key, opportunities for consumers to book lodging accommodations and for home owners to rent out their own homes, condominiums, and bedrooms are growing. While some research has investigated travelers’ motivations for using these services, little work has addressed the motivations and behaviors of owners. This qualitative study used interpretative phenomenological analysis to analyze data collected from interviews with current owners. Themes that emerged from the analysis, pertaining to the description of the providers, included identity, motivations, and drawbacks; while those related to the daily operations of the facility included advantages, features, and logistics. Ultimately, the study found that providers of alternative lodging are focused on respect between hosts and guests, developing meaningful relationships, and acquiring all the necessary resources to operate.

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