A case study into a wheelchair user’s transitional identity and normalisation
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Davies, Jacob
Date
2017-06-01Acceptance date
2017-06-01
Type
Dissertation
Publisher
Cardiff Metropolitan University
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The aim of the study was to explore the transitional identity of a wheelchair user in terms of their change from being able-bodied to dis-able bodied, and the individual’s perceptions of relevant access, stigma, services and labels in terms of health and social care. This research study is a primary research case study, using a narrative, in-depth interview. The narrative interview took place in a booked room at Cardiff Metropolitan University which was a neutral, safe and accountable setting, where my supervisor was aware of the room, date and time booked. The interview took approximately two hours with breaks and was very successful.
The results from this study was very interesting, there are many aspects which make the transition from being able-bodied to dis-abled a very challenging period due to the fact there is still a lot of stigma related to wheelchair users and access for wheelchair users can also be very challenging. Friendships also make the transition harder for a wheelchair user due to the stigma and labels attached to a wheelchair user often wheelchair users might not get invited to places with their friends because it is perceived by society they cannot take part in activities they used to take part in. There as some good aspects about the transition such as healthcare services because there are an increased amount of specialists for wheelchair users they often find it very easy to make appointments and always receive good care.
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BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care
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