Conducting phenomenological research: Rationalizing the methods and rigour of the phenomenology of practice

Errasti-Ibarrondo, Begoña; Jordán, José Antonio; Díez-Del-Corral, Mercedes P.; Arantzamendi, María

doi:10.1111/jan.13569

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“…Two methodological movements guide this attitude: reductio , which allows the researcher to return to the initial contact with the lived experience of a human phenomenon; and vocatio , which aids researchers to find expressive ways to show the essential traits of the studied phenomenon. Besides these philosophical and philological methods, human science methods are used to collect lived experiences and to reflect and write about them from the phenomenological perspective (Errasti‐Ibarrondo et al ., ).…”

Section: Methodsmentioning

confidence: 97%

Fathers matter too! Lived experience of pedagogical hope in raising children with Down syndrome

Armijos-Yambay

Sierra

2019

J intellect Disabil Res

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Background Pedagogical hope is a fundamental disposition for raising children. This attitude among fathers of children with Down syndrome (DS) plays an essential role in their children's development. This phenomenological study sought to explore fathers' lived experiences and to reflect on what it means to be a pedagogically hopeful father of a child with DS. Methods Max van Manen's hermeneuticphenomenological method was applied. Phenomenological interviews were held with 10 fathers of children with DS in Spain, Ecuador and Scotland. Anecdotal narratives from the transcribed interviews were analysed based on philosophical, philological and human science methods. Results The four eidetic themes in the phenomenological text show how a pedagogically hopeful father (1) is realistic; (2) believes in the strengths of his child with DS; (3) trusts in his positive influence; and (4) is open to unexpected surprises. Conclusions Lived experiences of pedagogical hope reveal fathers' fundamental roles in stimulating the utmost development of their child's capabilities. Reflecting on this pedagogical attitude will undoubtedly encourage fathers, educators and health care professionals to make the most of this disposition and enhance their relationship with their children with DS.

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Section: Methodsmentioning

confidence: 97%

Fathers matter too! Lived experience of pedagogical hope in raising children with Down syndrome

Armijos-Yambay

Sierra

2019

J intellect Disabil Res

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“…31(p21) In this context, then, the purpose of understanding lived experiences is to apply it to theoretical knowledge and help inform practice in relation to chronic pain. 32 In this vein, it can be employed to understand the multiple dimensions of chronic pain from the perspective of the individual's lifeworld or the "human world of lived experience." 33(p743)…”

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confidence: 99%

The lived experiences of chronic pain among immigrant Indian-Canadian women: A phenomenological analysis

Mustafa

Einstein

MacNeill

et al. 2020

Canadian Journal of Pain

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Background: Chronic pain is a growing public health concern affecting 1.5 million people in Canada. In particular, it is a concern among the expanding immigrant population, because immigrant groups report higher pain intensity than non-immigrants. In 2011, the Indian population became the largest visible minority group and continues to be the fastest growing. Though the prevalence of chronic pain among Canadian Indians is unknown, research has found a higher prevalence among Indian women than men in India, Malaysia, Singapore, and the United Kingdom, with women reporting more severe pain. An understanding of how pain is experienced by this particular group is therefore important for providing culturally sensitive care. Aims: This study explores the lived experiences of chronic pain among immigrant Indian women in Canada. Methods: Thirteen immigrant Indian women participated in one-on-one interviews exploring daily experiences of chronic pain. Results: Using thematic analysis informed by van Manen's phenomenology of practice, four themes emerged: (1) the body in pain, (2) pain in the context of lived and felt space, (3) pain and relationships, and (4) pain and time. Women revealed that their experiences were shaped by gender roles and expectations enforced through culture. Specifically, a dual gender role was identified after immigration, in which women had to balance traditional household responsibilities of family labor and care alongside employment outside the home, exacerbating pain. Conclusions: This research uncovers the multifaceted nature of chronic pain and identifies factors within the sociocultural context that may place particular groups of women at greater risk of living with pain. RÉSUMÉ Contexte: La douleur chronique est un problème de santé publique croissant qui touche 1,5 million de personnes au Canada. Elle est particulièrement préoccupante au sein de la population immigrante en expansion, car les groupes d'immigrants signalent une intensité de douleur plus élevée que les non-immigrants. En 2011, la population indienne est devenue le plus grand groupe de minorités visibles et continue d'être celui qui connaît la croissance la plus rapide. Bien que la prévalence de la douleur chronique chez les Indo-Canadiens soit inconnue, des études ont montré que la prévalence de cette maladie chez les femmes indiennes était supérieure à celle des hommes en Inde, en Malaisie, à Singapour et au Royaume-Uni, les femmes faisant état de douleurs plus intenses. Une compréhension de la manière dont la douleur est ressentie par ce groupe particulier est donc importante pour fournir des soins adaptés à la culture. Objectifs: Cette étude se penche sur les expériences de douleur chronique vécues par les immigrantes indiennes au Canada. Méthodes: Treize immigrantes indiennes ont participé à des entretiens individuels portant sur leurs expériences de douleur chronique quotidiennes. Résultats: Grâce à une analyse thématique fondée sur la phénoménologie de la pratique de van Manen, quatre thèmes ont émergé : (1) le corps do...

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“…All interviews began with two open‐ended questions: “Why do you visit the nursing home at mealtime?” and “What were your experiences with the nursing home resident while he/she was having his/her meals?” In phenomenological research, asking two general, yet broad questions allows the researcher to gain an understanding of the common experiences of all participants (Cresswell, 2013). Additional questions were asked to elicit more details: “What impressed you the most?”; “What is the difference between mealtimes at the nursing home and in your own home?”; and “Can you suggest ways to improve mealtime experiences in the nursing home?” Phenomenological reduction (epoché or bracketing) is required prior to analysis in order to objectively study the essence of the experience and its meaning (Erasti‐Ibarrondo, Jordan, Diez‐Del‐Corral, & Aratzamendi, 2018). Therefore, the authors maintained field notes as reflective journals of prejudices and assumptions that might influence their points of view.…”

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confidence: 99%

“Tailoring homely meals”: Family members’ motivations underlying nursing home visits during residents’ meals

Tsai

et al. 2020

Japan Journal Nursing Sci

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Aim: Elderly nursing home residents are often malnourished or at risk of malnutrition. Family members often visit residents during mealtimes, which might be an ideal opportunity for interventions targeted at improving the nutritional status of older residents. Therefore, this study aimed to explore motivations behind family member visits with nursing home residents during mealtime in Taiwan. Methods: This phenomenological study was conducted with family members of residents from four nursing homes in Taiwan. Participants were purposively sampled. Data were collected with individual face-to-face interviews from 18 family members. Data from transcribed audio-recorded interviews were analyzed using the approach of van Manen. Results: Analysis of the interview data identified the essence of motivations underlying family members' visits to nursing home residents during mealtimes, which we termed "tailoring homely meals." This referred to providing food tailored to residents' needs, providing a comforting family atmosphere, assisting residents during mealtime, and monitoring food consumption. Conclusions: The motivations of family members to visit during mealtime could guide healthcare professionals working with East Asian populations in developing interventions to reduce the possibility of malnutrition, while also improving their quality of life. We recommend providing the following for nursing home residents: a nutritious and balanced diet, supporting their independence and ability to feed themselves, and encouraging involvement of family members during mealtimes.

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Conducting phenomenological research: Rationalizing the methods and rigour of the phenomenology of practice

Cited by 54 publications

References 24 publications

Fathers matter too! Lived experience of pedagogical hope in raising children with Down syndrome

Fathers matter too! Lived experience of pedagogical hope in raising children with Down syndrome

The lived experiences of chronic pain among immigrant Indian-Canadian women: A phenomenological analysis

“Tailoring homely meals”: Family members’ motivations underlying nursing home visits during residents’ meals

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