International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well-Being
Scope & Guideline
Fostering innovation in health through qualitative studies.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Qualitative Research Methodologies:
The journal emphasizes diverse qualitative methodologies such as phenomenology, grounded theory, ethnography, and narrative inquiry, allowing for rich, context-sensitive explorations of health and well-being. - Focus on Lived Experiences:
A core aim is to capture and analyze the lived experiences of individuals regarding various health issues, including chronic illness, mental health, caregiving, and health interventions, thereby giving voice to underrepresented populations. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
The journal promotes interdisciplinary research that intersects health, psychology, sociology, and education, fostering a comprehensive understanding of health-related challenges and solutions. - User-Centered Perspectives:
Research published in the journal often centers around user experiences, aiming to inform health policy and practice by integrating the perspectives of patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. - Cultural and Contextual Sensitivity:
The journal values research that takes into account cultural, social, and environmental contexts, recognizing the diversity of experiences and understanding of health across different populations.
Trending and Emerging
- Mental Health and Well-Being:
There is an increasing focus on mental health, particularly in relation to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, emphasizing the need to explore the subjective experiences of individuals facing mental health challenges. - Experiences of Vulnerable Populations:
Emerging themes include the lived experiences of vulnerable populations, such as refugees, individuals with disabilities, and marginalized communities, highlighting the importance of inclusive research that addresses social determinants of health. - Technology in Health Care:
Research exploring the role of technology in health care, including telehealth, eHealth, and mobile health applications, is gaining traction, reflecting the integration of digital tools in health management and patient support. - Intersectionality in Health Research:
There is a noticeable trend towards applying intersectional frameworks in health research, examining how overlapping identities (e.g., gender, race, socioeconomic status) influence health experiences and outcomes. - Narrative and Storytelling Approaches:
An increase in the use of narrative and storytelling methodologies is evident, with researchers emphasizing the power of personal stories in understanding health journeys and fostering empathy in health care.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Clinical Perspectives:
There has been a noticeable decrease in studies focusing solely on traditional clinical perspectives without incorporating patient narratives or qualitative insights, indicating a shift towards more holistic and patient-centered research. - Generalized Health Interventions:
The journal appears to be publishing fewer studies that describe generalized health interventions without specific qualitative insights or contextual analysis, as the focus moves towards understanding the nuances of individual experiences. - Homogeneous Populations:
Research involving homogeneous populations, such as studies limited to specific demographic groups without consideration of intersectionality, is becoming less frequent, reflecting a broader trend towards inclusivity and diversity in research. - Mechanistic Explanations:
There seems to be a waning interest in studies that prioritize mechanistic explanations of health conditions over qualitative explorations of personal and social factors influencing health and well-being. - Single-Dimensional Outcomes:
Research focusing on single-dimensional outcomes, such as purely physical health metrics, is declining in favor of studies examining multifaceted aspects of well-being, including emotional, social, and psychological dimensions.
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