Phenomenological research in the field of Infant Mental Health and Early Childhood (IECMH) -A mapping review
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Phenomenological research in infant mental health and early childhood (IECMH) is vital for understanding infant-caregiver relationships. This review found a need for more methodologically sound studies, particularly including fathers and extended families.
Area Of Science
- Infant Mental Health and Early Childhood (IECMH)
- Phenomenological Research
- Attachment Theory
Background
- Infant Mental Health and Early Childhood (IECMH) focuses on infant-caregiver relationships and optimal development.
- Phenomenological research is crucial for understanding the subjective experiences within these relationships.
- Existing research highlights the importance of caregiver-infant subjectivity and attachment.
Purpose Of The Study
- To systematically map and analyze the use of phenomenology in Infant Mental Health and Early Childhood research.
- To identify trends, variations, and gaps in phenomenological studies within IECMH.
- To assess the methodological and philosophical coherence of phenomenological approaches in this field.
Main Methods
- A comprehensive mapping review and systematic search of global literature without time limits.
- Inclusion of original articles identified through a wide systematic review.
- Inductive content analysis of 167 selected original studies.
Main Results
- Identified global variation and diverse phenomenological traditions in IECMH research.
- Found a predominant focus on mother-infant dyads, with scarce representation of fathers and extended families.
- Observed inconsistencies between phenomenological principles and research methodologies in many studies.
Conclusions
- Phenomenological research offers valuable insights into IECMH, enriching professional-caregiver-infant interactions.
- There is a significant need for more philosophically and methodologically rigorous phenomenological research in IECMH.
- Future research should broaden its scope to include diverse family perspectives beyond the mother-infant dyad.
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