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Durran, Marianne J. (2011) Neurological conditions : an exploration of positive consequences. DClinPsych thesis, University of Warwick.
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Abstract
It appears that over time, individuals appraise challenging health situations
differently; they take a variety of meanings from them and report differing
outcomes for similar events (Scherer, Shorr, & Johnstone, 2001). This
variability has been attributed to differences in coping processes employed by
individuals.
Chapter 1 is a critical review of the evidence for Positive Growth in Multiple
Sclerosis (MS PG). Whilst MS PG is not reported by all individuals with the
condition, evidence suggests that it is particularly evident in areas of
psychosocial functioning and health benefits. Implications for future research
and clinical practice are also discussed.
The wide reaching implications which invariably arise as a result of
neurological conditions affect people’s families as well as individuals, this can
lead to re-appraisal of circumstances in family member’s themselves.
Chapter 2 examines the implications a partner’s stroke has on a spouse’s own
health and their desire to remain healthy. 8 females were interviewed using
semi-structured interviews. Within this chapter a grounded theory model is
proposed which describes barriers and facilitators to an individual’s health
following their partner’s stroke. Within the results section the 3 main
categories and 11 sub-categories are illustrated by participant quotes. Clinical
implications, methodological limitations and directions for future research are
outlined.
The final chapter, a reflective account, introduces and reflects upon the research
process using therapeutic letters. This chapter also explores the dual purpose
of therapeutic letters and includes two letters; one to the research participants
and one to the principal researcher. The usefulness of each letter is assessed in
terms of the functions identified for therapeutic letters. Finally the author
reflects and decides upon whether to send the letter to participants.
Item Type: | Thesis (DClinPsych) | ||||
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Subjects: | B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BF Psychology R Medicine > RC Internal medicine |
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Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH): | Multiple sclerosis, Cerebrovascular disease, Diseases -- Psychological aspects | ||||
Official Date: | May 2011 | ||||
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Institution: | University of Warwick | ||||
Theses Department: | Department of Psychology | ||||
Thesis Type: | DClinPsych | ||||
Publication Status: | Unpublished | ||||
Supervisor(s)/Advisor: | Knight, Eve ; Pavlou, Claire | ||||
Description: | Completed in conjunction with Coventry University. School of Health and Social Sciences. |
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Extent: | xiii, 134 leaves : ill. | ||||
Language: | eng |
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