Abstract
Background/Aims: The purpose of this study was to use the Model of Emotions, Adaptation and Hope as a way to screen and support physiotherapy students and understand the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on their health by focusing on the stories (narrative) they tell.
Methods: This pilot mixed methods study included a convenience sample of BSc and MSc level student physiotherapists. A single screening online interview was conducted via Zoom or Skype. Students' narratives underwent qualitative analysis and quantitative analysis using the Model of Emotions, Adaptation and Hope.
Results: A total of 19 students took part in this study. Students identified four master plot narratives as a response to the interview: future control; lost productivity; isolation; and opportunity. Significant pre-interview to follow-up change was found in acceptance, pleasantness and energy.
Conclusions: It is possible to support the mental health of physiotherapy students by screening for difficulties and listening to and exploring their responses.
Methods: This pilot mixed methods study included a convenience sample of BSc and MSc level student physiotherapists. A single screening online interview was conducted via Zoom or Skype. Students' narratives underwent qualitative analysis and quantitative analysis using the Model of Emotions, Adaptation and Hope.
Results: A total of 19 students took part in this study. Students identified four master plot narratives as a response to the interview: future control; lost productivity; isolation; and opportunity. Significant pre-interview to follow-up change was found in acceptance, pleasantness and energy.
Conclusions: It is possible to support the mental health of physiotherapy students by screening for difficulties and listening to and exploring their responses.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 1-15 |
| Number of pages | 15 |
| Journal | International Journal of Therapy and Rehabilitation |
| Volume | 28 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 2 Jan 2021 |
Keywords
- COVID-19
- Mental health
- Narrative
- Screening
- Student healthcare professionals
- Support
Access to Document
- SoundyA2020Screening
This document is the Accepted Manuscript version of a Published Work that appeared in final form in International Journal of Therapy and Rehabilitation, copyright © 2021 MA Healthcare, after peer review and technical editing by the publisher. To access the final edited and published work see: https://doi.org/10.12968/ijtr.2020.0103