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¹1University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

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Symbolic interactionism theory provides a strong foundation for interpretive description methodology. This compatibility enhances the methodology for broader application in applied disciplines and nursing research.

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Area of Science:

Qualitative Research Methodology
Social Sciences
Nursing Research

Background:

Interpretive description methodology's theoretical roots are broadly identified in interpretivism and nursing philosophy.
A deeper understanding of its heritage can enhance methodological rigor and credibility.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore the compatibility between symbolic interactionist theory and interpretive description methodology.
To establish symbolic interactionism as a robust theoretical framework for interpretive description studies.
To advocate for the integration of symbolic interactionism to broaden the appeal and application of interpretive description.

Main Methods:

Conceptual analysis of symbolic interactionist theory.
Examination of interpretive description methodology's epistemological foundations.
Literature review connecting theoretical underpinnings and methodological application.

Main Results:

Symbolic interactionism and interpretive description are highly compatible.
Symbolic interactionism offers a suitable theoretical framework for interpretive description.
The pragmatism of interpretive description aligns with symbolic interactionism, supporting cross-disciplinary application.

Conclusions:

Symbolic interactionism is integral to interpretive description's epistemological foundations.
Integrating symbolic interactionism enhances interpretive description's credibility and applicability across disciplines.
This integration expands the potential of interpretive description to address practice problems in applied fields.