Ellen Gerle, Tove Lundberg, Björn Hofvander, Anders Håkansson
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This study explores narratives about gambling problems and experiences of "rock bottom" through interviews with ten participants. The analysis generated three main themes. In A bumpy road-Plunging toward "rock bottom," participants described hitting "rock bottom" as something to avoid or being dragged there by self-hatred or dedication. In A split existence-Being at the "rock bottom," the experience of the bottom was seen as either the worst suffering or a relief. In Different ways of "getting out"-The way up from "rock bottom," getting out involved diverse processes like suicidal behavior, imprisonment, or seeking help. The results suggest that understanding "rock bottom" narratives can help identify risk factors and processes related to gambling, enabling practitioners in supporting individuals on their journey.
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QUALITATIVE HEALTH RESEARCH is an international, interdisciplinary, refereed journal for the enhancement of health care and to further the development and understanding of qualitative research methods in health care settings. We welcome manuscripts in the following areas: the description and analysis of the illness experience, health and health-seeking behaviors, the experiences of caregivers, the sociocultural organization of health care, health care policy, and related topics. We also seek critical reviews and commentaries addressing conceptual, theoretical, methodological, and ethical issues pertaining to qualitative enquiry.
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