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A qualitative inquiry on religious married men's perceptions of relationship dynamics during everyday sickness
Josh R Novak1, Adam Johnson2, Julie Gast3
1Auburn University, USA.
Abstract:
The purpose of this study was to evaluate men's perceptions of self-dynamics and partner dynamics during common everyday sickness. Five focus group interviews (N = 44) were conducted, each lasting approximately 120 minutes. The data were analyzed using a generic qualitative approach which identified two larger themes and several sub-themes: sickness appraisals and appraisal communication (gender differences in symptom appraisal and minimization of own and partner's sickness) and coping and support strategies (individual coping, one-way provision of support, and coping together). It seems acute sickness creates shared stressors for both partners but differentially impacts each based on gender and family roles.
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