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BRITISH JOURNAL OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
Volume 76, Issue 2, Pages 77-86Publisher
SAGE PUBLICATIONS LTD
DOI: 10.4276/030802213X13603244419194
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Psychosis; engagement; metasynthesis
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Purpose: The purpose of this study was to answer the question 'How do people who have experienced psychosis describe their engagement in activities of daily living and occupations?' Procedures:A qualitative metasynthesis was undertaken on nine studies (encompassing 73 participants) published in occupational therapy literature. Only studies that had used individual qualitative interviews were included to highlight lived experience on a personal level. The quality of the evidence was assessed across all studies and found to be generally high. Findings: Four overarching themes across the nine studies were identified: my emotions and identity; my own health and wellbeing; my relationships with family, friends and community; and my activities and occupations. The overarching themes are not intended to be considered categorically, as they all influence and interact with each other. Conclusion and relevance: There is considerable synchronicity between the experiences of people who have experienced psychosis and the values of the profession. A client's meaningful engagement in activities and occupation is evidence towards how therapists provide authentic, respectful and effective support to these clients, in a manner that meets their needs as individuals.
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