Morgan, A.G., Rodd, H.D., Porritt, J.M. et al. (5 more authors) (2017) Children's experiences of dental anxiety. International Journal of Paediatric Dentistry, 27 (2). pp. 87-97. ISSN 0960-7439
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Dental anxiety is common among children. Although there is a wealth of research investigating childhood dental anxiety, little consideration has been given to the child's perspective. AIM: This qualitative study sought to explore with children their own experiences of dental anxiety using a cognitive behavioural therapy assessment model. DESIGN: Face-to-face, semi-structured interviews were conducted with dentally anxious children aged 11-16 years. The Five Areas model was used to inform the topic guide and analysis. Data were analysed using a framework approach. RESULTS: In total, 13 children were interviewed. Participants described their experiences of dental anxiety across multiple dimensions (situational factors and altered thoughts, feelings, physical symptoms, and behaviours). Participants placed considerable value on communication by dental professionals, with poor communication having a negative influence on dental anxiety and the dentist-patient relationship. CONCLUSIONS: This study confirms the Five Areas model as an applicable theoretical model for the assessment of childhood dental anxiety. Children provided insights about their own dental anxiety experiences that have not previously been described.
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Item Type: | Article |
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Copyright, Publisher and Additional Information: | © 2016 BSPD, IAPD and John Wiley & Sons A/S. Published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd. This is an author produced version of a paper subsequently published in International Journal of Paediatric Dentistry. Uploaded in accordance with the publisher's self-archiving policy. |
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Institution: | The University of Sheffield |
Academic Units: | The University of Sheffield > Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health (Sheffield) > School of Clinical Dentistry (Sheffield) |
Funding Information: | Funder Grant number NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH RESEARCH UNSPECIFIED |
Depositing User: | Symplectic Sheffield |
Date Deposited: | 13 Jul 2016 14:21 |
Last Modified: | 18 Jul 2017 14:12 |
Published Version: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/ipd.12238 |
Status: | Published |
Publisher: | Wiley |
Refereed: | Yes |
Identification Number: | 10.1111/ipd.12238 |
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Open Archives Initiative ID (OAI ID): | oai:eprints.whiterose.ac.uk:102253 |