The Journal of Korean Society of Community-Based Occupational Therapy Vol.1 No.1 pp.48-61
Phenomenological study on relationships of people with acquired disability with the opposite gender
Key Words : Acquired disability,Occupational therapy,Opposite gender,Phenomenological theory.
Abstract
Objective : The purpose of this research was to understand the emotions of disabled in starting relationships with the opposite gender and disclosing experienced events related to starting relationships with the opposite gender. Methods : In order to gain an understanding of experience, emotions and process of people with acquired disability, phenomenological study, a form of qualitative research was used. Data on subjects was collected through in-depth interviews, on-the-scene recording and technical observation diary, etc and were analyzed through Colaizzi's phenomenolo -gical study method. Results : Subjects who had acquired disabilities experienced changes in physical, psycho -logical, social aspects and especially in the course of relationships with the opposite gender. Data from in-depth interviews of 8 subjects were analyzed 6 types of subject themes were derived. 1) Diagnosis of varying psychological reactions. 2) Various psycho -logical reactions of parents and the other gender. 3) Through aggressive support reha -bilitation volition will change. 4) After you have a disability as a lack of social skills. 5) Changes in confidence through rehabilitation. 6) the other gender for the different ideas. Conclusion : This research is valuable in presenting important data in understanding problems and emotions of relationships of people with acquired disabilities with opposite gender. Starting relationships with the opposite gender has more meaning than any other interacting activities in society. Conflicts exist in starting relationships and support programs for various specialists are indispensable.