Jones, N. and Nasr, N. (2018) The experiences of stroke survivors with managing eating 6 months post stroke. British Journal of Occupational Therapy, 81 (2). pp. 106-115. ISSN 0308-0226
Abstract
Introduction: Stroke affects activities of daily living such as eating. Little is known about how stroke survivors cope with eating difficulties in the long term. This research conducted in the United Kingdom explores the complex phenomenon of eating difficulties 6 months post stroke.
Method: This qualitative study used a participatory approach to explore the experiences of seven stroke survivors using a focus group and visual methods of photography, to explore the lived experiences of managing eating with a stroke disability.
Findings: Participants (n = 8) identified barriers to managing eating including physical, social, environmental and emotional issues. Participants recognised that sustaining eating activities regardless of their disabilities was important for their wellbeing. Stroke survivors sought opportunities to participate in occupations that revolved around eating, which enabled them to experience mastery over eating activities. Participants viewed eating activities as a way to self-monitor recovery and progression.
Conclusion: This study informs occupational therapy practice about how people living with stroke strive to adapt to eating difficulties.
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Item Type: | Article |
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Copyright, Publisher and Additional Information: | © The Author(s) 2017 |
Keywords: | Stroke; eating difficulties; visual methods; occupation; assistive devices |
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Institution: | The University of Sheffield |
Academic Units: | The University of Sheffield > Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health (Sheffield) > School of Health and Related Research (Sheffield) > ScHARR - Sheffield Centre for Health and Related Research The University of Sheffield > Sheffield Teaching Hospitals |
Depositing User: | Symplectic Sheffield |
Date Deposited: | 04 May 2018 09:12 |
Last Modified: | 04 May 2018 09:12 |
Published Version: | https://doi.org/10.1177/0308022617738487 |
Status: | Published |
Publisher: | SAGE Publications |
Refereed: | Yes |
Identification Number: | 10.1177/0308022617738487 |
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Open Archives Initiative ID (OAI ID): | oai:eprints.whiterose.ac.uk:130339 |