Construction of meaningful identities in the context of rheumatoid arthritis, motherhood and paid work: A meta‐ethnography

Feddersen, Helle; Kristiansen, Tine Mechlenborg; Andersen, Pernille Tanggaard; Hørslev‐Petersen, Kim; Primdahl, Jette

doi:10.1111/jocn.13940

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“…Nevertheless, the women in our study experienced a challenge in balancing both family life and employment (Blair-Loy, 2003; Feddersen et al, 2017), leading to the experience of “living an overwhelming life,” as related in the shared lived experiences. These various and competing responsibilities might become a health hindrance for the women (Feddersen et al, 2017; Samulowitz et al, 2018), not at least in combination with being exposed to unequal work organizations (Vänje, 2015). Women’s lived experience also highlights the absence of a caregiving and supportive network, resulting in an experienced loneliness in everyday life, which left the women vulnerable to daily demands.…”

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“…Another cornerstone of Swedish society, besides gender equality, is the strong commitment to work among both women and men (Svallfors et al, 2001). Work in general has been confirmed to be good for an individual’s health and well-being (Waddell & Burton, 2006) and paid work has been found to be a sub-identity (Feddersen et al, 2017). Nevertheless, the women in our study experienced a challenge in balancing both family life and employment (Blair-Loy, 2003; Feddersen et al, 2017), leading to the experience of “living an overwhelming life,” as related in the shared lived experiences.…”

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“…Work in general has been confirmed to be good for an individual’s health and well-being (Waddell & Burton, 2006) and paid work has been found to be a sub-identity (Feddersen et al, 2017). Nevertheless, the women in our study experienced a challenge in balancing both family life and employment (Blair-Loy, 2003; Feddersen et al, 2017), leading to the experience of “living an overwhelming life,” as related in the shared lived experiences. These various and competing responsibilities might become a health hindrance for the women (Feddersen et al, 2017; Samulowitz et al, 2018), not at least in combination with being exposed to unequal work organizations (Vänje, 2015).…”

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confidence: 99%

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Women’s Lived Experiences of Chronic Pain: Faces of Gendered Suffering

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Women are overrepresented in pain rehabilitation. They seem to be more exposed to comorbidity between mental illness and diseases of the musculoskeletal system than men, implying that besides biopsychosocial factors, gender relations and cultural context should be considered. The aim of the study is to understand the lived experience of women with chronic pain from a caring science and gender perspective. Gadamerian philosophical hermeneutics has been used to analyze interviews from 21 women living with chronic pain in Sweden. The hermeneutical process revealed intertwined experiences of overperformance, loneliness, pain, and exhaustion. Women’s experience of an overwhelming life situation and the significance of mutual dependency seem to be central to health and suffering in women with chronic pain. We suggest, contemporary health care to acknowledge women’s health and suffering in relation to their life situation and prevailing gender roles.

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“…Women have qualitatively described negative impacts of IA on their role as mothers, such as pain and fatigue disrupting the performance of parenting tasks and limitations leading to feelings of loss, yet also suggesting how new routines to accommodate IA can positively influence family relationships and nurturing children (13–16). Men with IA may have similar parenting issues, but few studies have examined their perspectives.…”

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Fatherhood Experiences of Men With Inflammatory Arthritis: A Preliminary Grounded Theory

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Dao

Vlodarchyk

2021

Arthritis Care & Research

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Objective Minimal prior research has examined the impact of inflammatory arthritis (IA) on men’s perspectives on parenting. We aimed to describe fathering roles and experiences, the effect of IA on parenting activities, and strategies used by fathers with IA to fulfill this role. Methods A grounded theory approach guided data gathering and analysis. Nine men with IA, parenting at least 1 child age <19 years, were recruited through rheumatology practices, therapy clinics, and social media. Each engaged in 1 in‐depth personal interview. Transcripts were analyzed using inductive and iterative steps to identify key themes and a preliminary explanatory framework of fathering experiences of men with IA. Results All men were married, ages 31–62 years, with 1 to 5 children ages 6 months to 28 years. “Being an involved father” describes participants’ perspectives on fulfilling their role as hands‐on parents, role models, and financial providers. “Taking ownership” explains how participants managed daily life, comprising 2 subthemes, “taking care of yourself,” using strategies like exercise and communicating with loved ones, and “redefining yourself,” a process of adapting to reframed identity and lifestyle adjustments. “Accessing support” indicates men who felt well‐supported by social networks (most critically their wives), health care providers, and informational and educational resources. Conclusion This small, grounded theory study offers an enriched understanding of fatherhood experiences of men with IA. When social, practical, and educational supports are in place, these men found parenting joyful and rewarding. Despite task limitations, their perspectives on being involved fathers was unrestricted by arthritis.

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“…Work is a high priority among people with RA, as it is perceived to be important to well-being and identity (13,14) and provides social stimulation (15). In order for people with RA to continue working, support from their partner, employers, and colleagues is necessary (13).…”

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The role of support from significant others in the association between disease-related factors and sickness absence in early rheumatoid arthritis: a longitudinal study

Bergström

Dahlström

Thyberg

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Scandinavian Journal of Rheumatology

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The aim of this study was to analyse how support from significant others affects the associations between disease-related variables and sickness absence during the first 2 years after rheumatoid arthritis (RA) diagnosis. Method: Data from 274 people with RA (73% women) of working age (18-63 years) were retrieved from the Swedish early RA cohort TIRA-2. These data concerned disease-related variables (disease activity, activity limitations, pain intensity, and grip force), sickness absence, and perceived support from significant others. Associations of diseaserelated variables with sickness absence and how these associations were moderated by support from significant others were analysed using zero-inflated negative binomial regression. Results: During the 2 years after diagnosis, higher disease activity was significantly associated with increased odds of sickness absence, a connection strengthened by perceived support from family during the first year. More perceived support was also directly and significantly associated with increased odds of sickness absence during the first year. Conclusions: Support from significant others is related to sickness absence in RA, specifically during the first year after diagnosis. Although patients report high levels of support from significant others, this does not necessarily lead to more positive work outcomes. Therefore, it is important to consider other aspects of support that might influence work outcomes, e.g. type and quality of support. Future research should investigate these forms of support, and when significant others should be encouraged to support in the rehabilitation process to increase the chances of people with RA having a well-functioning and sustainable work life.

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Construction of meaningful identities in the context of rheumatoid arthritis, motherhood and paid work: A meta‐ethnography

Cited by 13 publications

References 38 publications

Women’s Lived Experiences of Chronic Pain: Faces of Gendered Suffering

Women’s Lived Experiences of Chronic Pain: Faces of Gendered Suffering

Fatherhood Experiences of Men With Inflammatory Arthritis: A Preliminary Grounded Theory

The role of support from significant others in the association between disease-related factors and sickness absence in early rheumatoid arthritis: a longitudinal study

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