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  • Qualitative Research Methodology
  • Phenomenological Research
  • Human Sciences

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  • Phenomenological methodology is widely used in nursing and human sciences.
  • Inconsistent application of phenomenological philosophy, particularly in interview techniques, is noted in current literature.
  • Effective interview skills are crucial for capturing rich descriptions of phenomena.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss five common tensions in phenomenological interviewing.
  • To present a novice interviewer training program grounded in Merleau-Ponty's philosophy.
  • To offer strategies for diminishing interviewing tensions.

Main Methods:

  • Discussion paper based on 25+ years of interviewer training experience.
  • Review of classic and contemporary literature on phenomenological research and interview techniques.
  • Presentation of a training program incorporating philosophical grounding, bracketing, pilot interviews, peer critique, and mentorship.

Main Results:

  • Identified five prevalent tensions in phenomenological interviewing.
  • Proposed a structured training program to address these tensions.
  • Demonstrated that grounding in philosophy, peer critique, and mentorship reduce interviewing challenges.

Conclusions:

  • Rigorous training is essential for novice phenomenological interviewers.
  • Addressing interview technique issues enhances the quality and credibility of phenomenological research.
  • Improved understanding of phenomena through skilled interviewing impacts sensitive and compassionate care delivery.