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Perceptions of Wellness From Adults With Mobility Impairments
Author(s) -
Snook JoyDel,
Oliver Marvarene
Publication year - 2015
Publication title -
journal of counseling and development
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.805
H-Index - 78
eISSN - 1556-6676
pISSN - 0748-9633
DOI - 10.1002/jcad.12027
Subject(s) - social connectedness , perception , psychology , spirituality , physical activity , applied psychology , psychotherapist , medicine , alternative medicine , physical therapy , pathology , neuroscience
The purpose of this study was to describe the perceptions of wellness from adults with mobility impairments by using phenomenological‐heuristic inquiry. The primary research question was, how do adults with mobility impairments perceive wellness? Eight participants were interviewed, and 6 core themes emerged: overcoming barriers, pain management, psychological wellness, physical activity and nutrition, social connectedness and family support, and spirituality. Implications for counselors and counselor educators and suggestions for future research are presented.