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Threat: a concept analysis for a new era.

Lana J Ritchie1

  • 1Regis College, Weston, MA, USA. lritchie@rcn.com

Nursing Forum
|November 24, 2004
PubMed
Summary

Understanding perceived threat is crucial in a post-9/11 world. This analysis clarifies the concept of threat to inform interventions that reduce negative emotions and enhance coping strategies.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • The post-September 11th era has heightened public awareness and concern regarding threats.
  • Existing analyses of threat lack a clear, unified definition, necessitating further clarification.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review and synthesize past analyses of the concept of threat.
  • To identify critical elements defining threat.
  • To establish a clarified, comprehensive definition of threat.

Main Methods:

  • Employed Walker and Avant's established method for concept analysis.
  • Systematic review of existing literature on threat perception and related phenomena.

Main Results:

  • Identified key components contributing to an individual's perception of threat.
  • Established a refined definition of threat based on critical attributes.

Conclusions:

  • Understanding perceived threat and associated emotions is vital for developing effective interventions.
  • Interventions can be designed to decrease threat perception, bolster positive coping mechanisms, and mitigate negative emotional responses.

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