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II. Coping with spinal cord injury.

C Ray, J West

    Paraplegia
    |August 1, 1984
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study explored coping strategies for individuals with paraplegia, highlighting diverse emotional, social, and sexual adjustments. Effective coping is individualized, requiring tailored support for those with spinal cord injuries.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Rehabilitation Medicine
    • Sociology

    Background:

    • Paraplegia presents significant social, sexual, and emotional challenges.
    • Understanding individual coping mechanisms is crucial for effective support.
    • Previous research has not fully explored the range of adaptive strategies.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the coping strategies employed by individuals with paraplegia.
    • To understand how paraplegics manage social, sexual, and emotional difficulties.
    • To identify factors influencing adaptive coping in spinal cord injury survivors.

    Main Methods:

    • Qualitative interview study.
    • In-depth interviews with 22 male and female paraplegics.
    • Exploration of personal experiences and coping mechanisms.

    Main Results:

    • Individuals utilize diverse strategies for social interaction, sexual readjustment, and emotional regulation.
    • Coping mechanisms include suppression, denial, acceptance, positive thinking, and assertiveness.
    • No single coping strategy is universally adaptive; individual circumstances are key.

    Conclusions:

    • Recognizing the variety of coping strategies is essential for counseling paraplegics.
    • Guidance should focus on matching individual needs with situational demands for optimal adjustment.
    • Personalized support is vital for individuals with spinal cord injuries.

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