This journal publishes qualitative research exploring the lived experiences of individuals navigating health conditions, healthcare systems, and social challenges. Articles focus on understanding the complexities of managing chronic illnesses, mental health issues, disabilities, and trauma, often examining the impact of social, cultural, and gendered factors on health and well-being. The research frequently involves in-depth interviews and phenomenological approaches to capture nuanced perspectives on care, identity, and resilience.
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Public Health, Environmental and Occupational HealthQ1
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Information Science & Library ScienceSocial Sciences, BiomedicalSocial Sciences, Interdisciplinary
Scopus Categories
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Qualitative Research Methods and EthicsMental Health and Patient InvolvementHealth Policy Implementation ScienceParticipatory Visual Research MethodsGrief, Bereavement, and Mental HealthFamily Support in IllnessPalliative Care and End-of-Life IssuesEmpathy and Medical EducationHIV/AIDS Research and InterventionsMigration, Health and Trauma