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Ekebergh, Margaretha
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Börjesson, A., Ekebergh, M., Dahl, M.-L., Ekström, L., Lehtihet, M. & Vicente, V. (2023). Lived experiences of closeness to a person using Anabolic androgenic steroids a next of kin perspective. International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well-being, 19(1)
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2023 (English)In: International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well-being, ISSN 1748-2623, E-ISSN 1748-2631, Vol. 19, no 1Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]

Purpose: Anabolic androgenic steroids (AAS) are used for their aesthetic and performance-enhancing effects and are associated with physical and psychological side effects. Behavioural changes/side effects as mood swings, aggressiveness, depression, potency problems, anxiety, and emotional coldness have been reported by next of kin to people using AAS.

Methods: This phenomenological study is based on the reflective lifeworld research approach. Interviews were conducted with twelve next of kin about their experiences of living close to persons using AAS.

Results: Next of kin to persons using AAS are particularly vulnerable because they experience little opportunity to influence their situation. Their given and safe context is lost, and their lives are circumscribed by feelings of insecurity, fear, powerlessness, and grief. Feelings of loneliness develop when their problems are not noticed by others and support is lacking from family and society.

Conclusions: Our research adds important knowledge on how the use of AAS affects next of kin. Understanding is required to approach the lifeworld of next of kin with flexibility and empathy in their difficulties and vulnerability. Healthcare professionals and other concerned professions need to be aware of next of kin existential needs to be able to meet and support them in their life situation.

Keywords
AAS, Anabolic androgenic steroids, caring science perspective, next of kin, phenomenology, reflective lifeworld research, relative, use
National Category
Nursing
Research subject
The Human Perspective in Care; The Human Perspective in Care
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:hb:diva-31074 (URN)10.1080/17482631.2023.2292826 (DOI)001126515300001 ()2-s2.0-85179648505 (Scopus ID)
Available from: 2023-12-22 Created: 2023-12-22 Last updated: 2024-01-12Bibliographically approved
Palmér, L., Nyström, M., Carlsson, G., Ekebergh, M., Fridh, I., Lindberg, E. & Wireklint Sundström, B. (2022). Caring Science With a Focus on Existential Issues in a Caring Context: A Research Area Inspired by Existential Philosophy. International journal for human caring, 26(3), 1-11
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2022 (English)In: International journal for human caring, ISSN 1091-5710, Vol. 26, no 3, p. 1-11Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]

This article examines and exemplifies how existential philosophy can provide a deeper understanding of existential issues in a caring context. Existential philosophy, including lifeworld theory, is treated both as an epistemology for the development of research methods and inspiration for analysis and discussions in caring science research. The significance of the lifeworld is also highlighted as a guide to perform and enable caring and caring didactics, along with short descriptions where existential philosophy has previously influenced the development of caring science. The concept of existential caring science is suggested as a research area for research on existential and meaning-oriented phenomena.

Keywords
caring science, caring, existential, phenomenology, hermeneutics, lifeworld
National Category
Nursing
Research subject
The Human Perspective in Care
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:hb:diva-28468 (URN)10.20467/HumanCaring-D-21-00014 (DOI)2-s2.0-85138554015 (Scopus ID)
Available from: 2022-09-01 Created: 2022-09-01 Last updated: 2024-02-01Bibliographically approved
Palmér, L., Nyström, M., Ekebergh, M., Lindberg, E. & Karlsson, K. (2022). Pre-Understanding: A Threat to Validity in Qualitative Caring Science Research?. International journal for human caring, 26(4), 1-9
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2022 (English)In: International journal for human caring, ISSN 1091-5710, Vol. 26, no 4, p. 1-9Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]

This article is devoted to reflections on how to prevent pre-understanding from influencing the research process and jeopardizing the validity of a study. Influences from preunderstanding exemplified from empirical lifeworld-led caring science research. Finally, there is a discussion of preunderstanding as a natural attitude and therefore also an important part of the lifeworld. It is concluded that validity requires a self-critical approach. It is suggested that a descriptive analysis, where the findings are fairly close to the data, involves a less problematic approach than research, which requires special attention to pre-understanding in connection with different levels of interpretation.

Keywords
caring science, description, epistemology, interpretation, lifeworld research, pre-understanding
National Category
Nursing
Research subject
The Human Perspective in Care; The Human Perspective in Care
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:hb:diva-28467 (URN)10.20467/IJHC-2021-0013 (DOI)2-s2.0-85163312026 (Scopus ID)
Available from: 2022-09-01 Created: 2022-09-01 Last updated: 2024-02-01Bibliographically approved
Sandvik, A.-H. & Ekebergh, M. (Eds.). (2022). Studenthandledning i vårdande verksamhet: teoretiska utgångspunkter och didaktiska metoder. Stockholm: Liber
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2022 (Swedish)Collection (editor) (Other academic)
Abstract [en]

Studenthandledning i vårdande verksamhet belyser studenthandledning ur både ett teoretiskt och ett praktiskt perspektiv. Utgångspunkten är en studenthandledning med en tydlig vårdvetenskaplig förankring som sammanflätar den vårdande kunskapen med studentens lärande i verksamhetsförlagd utbildning.

Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
Stockholm: Liber, 2022
Keywords
Vårdundervisning, Handledning
National Category
Nursing
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:hb:diva-29229 (URN)9789147140329 (ISBN)
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Available from: 2023-01-11 Created: 2023-01-11 Last updated: 2023-01-17Bibliographically approved
Börjesson, A., Ekebergh, M., Dahl, M.-L. -., Ekström, L., Lehtihet, M. & Vicente, V. (2021). Men´s experiences of using anabolic androgenic steroids. International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well-being, 16(1), Article ID 1927490.
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2021 (English)In: International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well-being, ISSN 1748-2623, E-ISSN 1748-2631, Vol. 16, no 1, article id 1927490Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]

Purpose: Anabolic androgenic steroids (AAS) are used by men for their aesthetic and performance-enhancing effects and are associated with risk for side effects. Our research aims to deepen knowledge and understanding of men´s experiences of using AAS. Method: This phenomenological study is based on the reflective lifeworld research approach. Lifeworld interviews were conducted with twelve men about their experiences of using AAS. Results: By using AAS, men strive towards a muscular, strong and athletic ideal. Self-imposed demands, self-discipline and performance accelerate male physical development. The perfect male body ideal thus attained is fragile from both an existential and a biological perspective. The perfect self-image can easily be shattered by adversity. A man’s very existence may be jeopardized if the use of AAS is revealed to others or if the body is let down by illness. Conclusions: Men´s use of AAS is a complex phenomenon. It partly concerns a traditional view of masculinity that is reflected in the community. It requires both broad and deep knowledge and understanding to be able to meet men using AAS in their problems and vulnerability; a meeting that is hampered by their low trust in healthcare, and by the fact that AAS are illegal. © 2021 The Author(s). Published by Informa UK Limited, trading as Taylor & Francis Group.

Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
Taylor & Francis Group, 2021
Keywords
AAS, Anabolic androgenic steroids, doping, phenomenology, reflective lifeworld research
National Category
Pharmaceutical Sciences
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:hb:diva-25993 (URN)10.1080/17482631.2021.1927490 (DOI)000652021200001 ()34006211 (PubMedID)2-s2.0-85106201346 (Scopus ID)
Available from: 2021-07-08 Created: 2021-07-08 Last updated: 2021-07-08
Börjesson, A., Ekebergh, M., Dahl, M.-L., Ekström, L., Lehtihet, M. & Vicente, V. (2021). Women's Experiences of Using Anabolic Androgenic Steroids. Frontiers in Sports and Active Living, 3, Article ID 656413.
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2021 (English)In: Frontiers in Sports and Active Living, E-ISSN 2624-9367, Vol. 3, article id 656413Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]

Anabolic androgenic steroids are used by women to increase their muscle mass and because of their performance-enhancing effects. Despite permanent/high risk of side effects, knowledge is inadequate. Our aim has been to deepen understanding about women's use of anabolic androgenic steroids. This phenomenological study is based on the reflective lifeworld research (RLR) approach. Lifeworld interviews were conducted with 12 women, aged 21-56 years, about their experiences of using anabolic steroids. The results show that women experience a sense of pride when they successfully achieve their goals. This is the driving force, triggering tension between suffering and success. Our research adds important knowledge from a reflective lifeworld perspective and shows that women's use of anabolic androgenic steroids is a complex phenomenon. Understanding and knowledge are important in order to be able to meet and support women in their fears and difficulties.

Keywords
anabolic androgenic steroids, doping, women, phenomenology, reflective lifeworld research, MUSCLE DYSMORPHIA, DOPING AGENTS, SELF-ESTEEM, TESTOSTERONE, ABUSE, STRENGTH, BURNOUT
National Category
Nursing
Research subject
The Human Perspective in Care
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:hb:diva-27017 (URN)10.3389/fspor.2021.656413 (DOI)000725607600001 ()2-s2.0-85120691527 (Scopus ID)
Available from: 2021-12-13 Created: 2021-12-13 Last updated: 2022-09-15Bibliographically approved
Andersson, N., Ekebergh, M. & Hörberg, U. (2020). Patient experiences of being cared for by nursing students in a psychiatric education unit. Nordic Journal of Nursing Research, 40(3), 142-150
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2020 (English)In: Nordic Journal of Nursing Research, Vol. 40, no 3, p. 142-150Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]

Patients are vital for student learning. However, research has primarily focused on student nurse learning from a student or supervisor perspective; few studies have investigated patient perspectives. This study examines student care practice for patients in acute psychiatric day care. The aim was to describe patients’ experiences of care by student nurses in a psychiatric education unit, a collaboration between the clinic and academia. Data were collected through 17 lifeworld interviews with patients, of which 10 also included observations. Data have been analysed for meanings using reflective, lifeworld research (RLR). The findings reveal that the encounters involve an interactive process of giving and receiving, providing students with both health opportunities and risks. The findings can further be described by the following constituents: exposed and vulnerable; responsibility to support; the importance of accessibility; reciprocity; and engagement that evokes the desire to live a life with dignity. In a patient–student community, there are prerequisites for proper caring. Patient health seems to be positively affected when patients are involved in both their own care and student learning.

Keywords
caring, learning, lifeworld research, psychiatric care, student–patient relationship
National Category
Nursing
Research subject
The Human Perspective in Care
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:hb:diva-24435 (URN)10.1177/2057158519892187 (DOI)2-s2.0-85087515061 (Scopus ID)
Available from: 2020-12-16 Created: 2020-12-16 Last updated: 2024-02-01Bibliographically approved
Ekebergh, M. & Lindberg, E. (2020). The interaction between learning and caring - the patient’s narrative as a foundation for lifeworld-led reflection inlearning and caring. Reflective Practice
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2020 (English)In: Reflective Practice, ISSN 1462-3943, E-ISSN 1470-1103Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]

In this article, we present a knowledge approach to the interaction between learning and caring, which should play a significant role in the challenge of promoting sustainable healthcare. This knowledge approach requires awareness of the interactions between learning and caring in caring contexts. The intention is to present an exploration of knowledge and theory development based on research with a lifeworld perspective within caring science didactics. We are illuminating issues concerning reflection and learning encounters in a caring context, which include key concepts such as the patient’s narrative. A strategy for reflective learning and caring based on the lifeworld concept is presented. This strategy includes four main components: the encounter between general knowledge and the patient’s lived world, the patient’s narrative, caring relationship creation through interaction with the patient and reflection through supervision. All of these components are permeated by a reflective approach. We are also clarifying what it means to intertwine learning and caring in addition to how this process can be strengthened in caring practices to optimise patient care. Three components are particularly important in facilitating the intertwining of learning and caring in clinical practice, namely genuine meetings, sensitivity towards the patient’s narrative and reflection during interactions.

Keywords
Reflective approach, learning and caring encounters, patient narrative, caring relationship, reflective supervision
National Category
Medical and Health Sciences
Research subject
The Human Perspective in Care
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:hb:diva-23739 (URN)10.1080/14623943.2020.1783223 (DOI)000547042100001 ()2-s2.0-85087488087 (Scopus ID)
Available from: 2020-08-31 Created: 2020-08-31 Last updated: 2021-10-21Bibliographically approved
Hörberg, U., Galvin, K., Ekebergh, M. & Ozolins, L.-L. (2019). Using lifeworld philosophy in education to intertwine caring and learning: an illustration of two ways of learning how to care. Reflective Practice
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2019 (English)In: Reflective Practice, ISSN 1462-3943, E-ISSN 1470-1103Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]

Our general purpose is to show how a philosophically oriented theoretical foundation, drawn from a lifeworld perspective can serve as a coherent direction for caring practices in education. We argue that both caring and learning share the same ontological foundation and point to this intertwining from a philosophical perspective. We proceed by illustrating shared epistemological ground through some novel educational practices in the professional preparation of carers. Beginning in a phenomenologically oriented philosophical foundation, we will first unfold what this means in the practice of caring, and secondly what it means for education and learning to care in humanly sensitive ways. We then share some ways that may be valuable in supporting learning and health that provides a basis for an existential understanding. We argue that existential understanding may offer a way to bridge the categorisations in contemporary health care that flow from problematic dualisms such as mind and body, illness and well-being, theory and practice, caring and learning. Ways of overcoming such dualistic splits and new existential understandings are needed to pave the way for a care that is up to the task of responding to both human possibilities and vulnerabilities, within the complexity of existence. As such, we argue that caring and learning are to be understood as an intertwined phenomenon of pivotal importance in education of both sensible and sensitive carers. Lifeworld led didactics and reflection, which are seen as the core of learning, constitute an important educational strategy here.

Keywords
lifeworld philosophy, caing science, learning
National Category
Medical and Health Sciences
Research subject
Människan i vården
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:hb:diva-15689 (URN)10.1080/14623943.2018.1539664 (DOI)000458803000005 ()2-s2.0-85059695821 (Scopus ID)
Available from: 2019-01-17 Created: 2019-01-17 Last updated: 2020-01-31Bibliographically approved
Ekebergh, M. (2018). Att lära sig vårda - med hjälp av reflexion och handledning (2:1ed.). Lund: Studentlitteratur AB
Open this publication in new window or tab >>Att lära sig vårda - med hjälp av reflexion och handledning
2018 (Swedish)Book (Other academic)
Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
Lund: Studentlitteratur AB, 2018. p. 230 Edition: 2:1
Keywords
Lärande, didaktik, vårdande, reflexion, handledning
National Category
Health Sciences
Research subject
Människan i vården
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:hb:diva-15206 (URN)978-91-44-12347-9 (ISBN)
Available from: 2018-10-10 Created: 2018-10-10 Last updated: 2018-11-16Bibliographically approved
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