Reflexive thematic analysis of interviews with postprimary educators' experience and attitudes toward concussion

IF 1.8 3区心理学 Q3 PSYCHOLOGY, EDUCATIONAL

Psychology in the Schools Pub Date : 2024-06-21 DOI:10.1002/pits.23257

Caomhan Conaghan, Ed Daly, Lisa Ryan

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Abstract

Concussions from sport and recreational activities can negatively impact academic performance in adolescents. This study aims to use reflexive thematic analysis to understand the knowledge, management, and education of concussion among Irish postprimary educators. A cross‐sectional study that involved semistructured interviews with 18 secondary school teachers was conducted. Interviews were recorded and transcribed in preparation for a reflexive thematic analysis process according to research conducted by Braun and Clarke. A total of 664 data items were coded which led to the development of 5 themes (i.e., teacher's background experience, consequences of concussion, concussion in school, educating educators, and existing standards) and 22 subthemes. The implementation of concussion education initiatives for improving student safety, injury management, and recovery through mandatory teacher‐continued professional development should be explored. Teachers' knowledge of concussion is influenced by personal experiences, with safer attitudes observed in those who have witnessed or experienced concussions. The role of the Year Head in concussion management should be explored with a focus on communication pathways and dissemination of materials. Protocols for medical emergencies and academic adjustments for concussed students should be made readily available to secondary school teachers.

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对小学后教育工作者对脑震荡的经历和态度的访谈进行反思性专题分析

体育和娱乐活动造成的脑震荡会对青少年的学习成绩产生负面影响。本研究旨在使用反思性主题分析法来了解爱尔兰小学后教育工作者对脑震荡的认识、管理和教育。这项横向研究对 18 名中学教师进行了半结构式访谈。根据布劳恩（Braun）和克拉克（Clarke）的研究，对访谈进行了记录和转录，为反思性主题分析过程做准备。共对 664 个数据项进行了编码，最终形成了 5 个主题（即教师的背景经验、脑震荡的后果、学校中的脑震荡、教育工作者和现有标准）和 22 个次主题。应探索实施脑震荡教育计划，通过强制性的教师持续专业发展来改善学生安全、伤害管理和康复。教师对脑震荡的认识受到个人经历的影响，那些亲眼目睹或经历过脑震荡的教师会表现出更安全的态度。应探讨年级主任在脑震荡管理中的作用，重点是沟通途径和材料的传播。应向中学教师提供有关医疗紧急情况和脑震荡学生学业调整的协议。

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Psychology in the Schools PSYCHOLOGY, EDUCATIONAL-

CiteScore

3.00

自引率

5.00%

发文量

200

期刊介绍： Psychology in the Schools, which is published eight times per year, is a peer-reviewed journal devoted to research, opinion, and practice. The journal welcomes theoretical and applied manuscripts, focusing on the issues confronting school psychologists, teachers, counselors, administrators, and other personnel workers in schools and colleges, public and private organizations. Preferences will be given to manuscripts that clearly describe implications for the practitioner in the schools.