Digital Storytelling as a Psychosocial Tool for Adult Cancer Survivors.

Digital Storytelling as a Psychosocial Tool for Adult Cancer Survivors.
Oncol Nurs Forum. 2019 Mar 01;46(2):147-154
Authors: Laing CM, Moules NJ, Sinclair S, Estefan A
Abstract
PURPOSE: To understand the meaning and impact for adult patients with cancer (past or present) of creating a digital story related to their cancer experience.
PARTICIPANTS & SETTING: 10 participants made digital stories with the help of a research assistant trained in digital storytelling. This research took place in a large, urban center in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
METHODOLOGIC APPROACH: This research was done in the tradition of philosophical hermeneutics. Ten one-on-one interviews were conducted, and data were analyzed using an interpretive qualitative methodology.
FINDINGS: Findings revealed that digital stories were cathartic; reconnected individuals with family, friends, and parts of their lives that had been interrupted from cancer therapy; helped participants reflect in a way that was often described as therapeutic; and bridged communication with others about their cancer experiences.
IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING: Digital stories can be used to highlight the immense psychosocial impact of cancer and point healthcare professionals and other researchers toward creative and nontraditional ways to address this issue.
PMID: 30767963 [PubMed - in process]

Source: Oncology Nursing Forum - February 16, 2019 Category: Nursing Authors: Laing CM, Moules NJ, Sinclair S, Estefan A Tags: Oncol Nurs Forum Source Type: research