Staff experiences in paediatric trauma services : exploring perceptions of resilience when dealing with distress

• Main Author: Foat-Smith, Gemma
• Other Authors: Hodge, Suzanne
• Published: Lancaster University 2017
• Subjects: 618.92
• Online Access: https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.724361

Understanding how health professionals manage distress in paediatric health settings represents an area that has been understudied. The current study aimed to explore resilience amongst staff working in a paediatric trauma health setting. Seven health professionals were recruited and the data analysed using Interpretative Phenomenological Approach (IPA). The findings highlight the importance of self-awareness in understanding resilience amongst professionals working in this context. This was particularly in considering the professional and physical limitations of the individual. Further research is recommended in further developing a theoretical understanding of resilience in this context. Recommendations for supporting professionals in maintaining and developing resilience are made.