Interpretative phenomenological analysis : theory, method and research
Smith, Jonathan
Interpretative phenomenological analysis : theory, method and research - 2nd ed. - xi, 225p.
Interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA) is a qualitative research approach committed to the examination of how people make sense of their major life experiences. This text provides a detailed guide to conducting IPA research, presenting the theoretical underpinnings of the approach, a comprehensive overview of the stages of an IPA research project, and examples of high-quality IPA studies.
Extended worked examples from the authors′ own studies in health, psychological distress, and identity illustrate the breadth and depth of IPA research, making this book the definitive guide to IPA for students and researchers alike.
New to this edition:
- A thoroughly updated chapter dedicated to analysis;
- An exemplary mini-study;
- Improved and updated terminology;
- A chapter discussing innovations in design, data collection, and collaboration.
9781529753790 9781529753806 9781529780772 9781529780789 9781529780796 9781529780802
Research
Psychological theory
Psychology
WX 20.4.
Interpretative phenomenological analysis : theory, method and research - 2nd ed. - xi, 225p.
Interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA) is a qualitative research approach committed to the examination of how people make sense of their major life experiences. This text provides a detailed guide to conducting IPA research, presenting the theoretical underpinnings of the approach, a comprehensive overview of the stages of an IPA research project, and examples of high-quality IPA studies.
Extended worked examples from the authors′ own studies in health, psychological distress, and identity illustrate the breadth and depth of IPA research, making this book the definitive guide to IPA for students and researchers alike.
New to this edition:
- A thoroughly updated chapter dedicated to analysis;
- An exemplary mini-study;
- Improved and updated terminology;
- A chapter discussing innovations in design, data collection, and collaboration.
9781529753790 9781529753806 9781529780772 9781529780789 9781529780796 9781529780802
Research
Psychological theory
Psychology
WX 20.4.