International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well-Being最新文献

{"title":"From policies to promotion: managers' views on opportunities for alcohol prevention at work.","authors":"Kristina Sundqvist, Martina Martinez","doi":"10.1080/17482631.2026.2680736","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17482631.2026.2680736","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Managers not only influence employees' health and well-being, but also play a central role in shaping workplace culture and implementing preventive strategies This qualitative study examined managers´ reflections on the possibilities for alcohol prevention in the workplace.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Interviews with 44 managers were analyzed using thematic analysis and interpreted through Ames's 1992 four-component cultural model for alcohol prevention.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Four themes described managers perceived possibilities for alcohol prevention: <i>Shaping social activities</i>, <i>Shaping Alcohol Norms,</i> <i>Organizational Structures,</i> and <i>A Health-Promoting Work Environment</i>. The first theme concerned integrating alcohol regulations into work-related social activities through limiting servings, offering alcohol-free alternatives, and choosing activities not centered around alcohol. The second concerned influencing the social alcohol climate by placing alcohol on the agenda, role modeling, and encouraging dialogue. The third emphasized how policies, control measures, education, and HR support provide a formal prevention framework. The fourth linked alcohol prevention to broader efforts toward health, psychological safety, and sustainable working conditions.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Managers are central in translating organizational prevention strategies into cultural change embedded in everyday workplace practices. Organizational support, including HR, policies, education, and leadership decision, forms the foundation for long-term preventive work. Addressing alcohol use within broader health and well-being efforts may be an under-recognized prevention strategy.</p>","PeriodicalId":51468,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well-Being","volume":"21 1","pages":"2680736"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2026-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13215432/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148037296","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"\"It's taken away the most fundamental things about being human\": the lived experience and impact of post-SSRI sexual dysfunction.","authors":"Seraj Brugi, Bob Budd, Craig Mackie, Sarah Fish","doi":"10.1080/17482631.2026.2717470","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/17482631.2026.2717470","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>It has become increasingly recognized that sexual side effects from serotonergic antidepressants can last long after the medication has been discontinued, but little is known about the lived experience of post-SSRI sexual dysfunction (PSSD) and its impact on people's identities, relationships, and mental health. This qualitative study aimed to understand the experiences of people living with PSSD in the United Kingdom.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Ten participants were invited to take part in a semi-structured interview, and the data were analysed using an interpretive phenomenological approach.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Three themes, encompassing eight subthemes, were identified: (1) distrustful of professionals; (2) a changed me; and (3) living with the impact. The participants discussed their experiences of being dismissed and unheard, feeling emotionally numb, and making sense of the change and losses they have experienced. Implications for clinical practice include the importance of professionals being aware of PSSD and its potential impact.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>PSSD can affect every aspect of daily life, impacting more than just individuals' sexual functioning and satisfaction. Further research is needed on effective treatments, including psychological interventions, which can offer meaningful support.</p>","PeriodicalId":51468,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well-Being","volume":"21 1","pages":"2717470"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2026-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13474523/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148766069","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Engagement in cardiac rehabilitation after a first myocardial infarction: a qualitative evidence synthesis of patient experiences.","authors":"Ziyuan Niu, Jie Zhao, Zhaoyang Ma, Yanan Sui, Li Xu","doi":"10.1080/17482631.2026.2693392","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17482631.2026.2693392","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To synthesize qualitative evidence on factors influencing patients' participation in cardiac rehabilitation after a first acute myocardial infarction.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A search of eight databases was conducted from inception to May 2026. Included studies were quality assessed using JBI criteria, and findings were synthesized using a hybrid approach that combined meta-aggregation for data extraction with thematic synthesis for interpretive analysis.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The synthesis of 9 qualitative studies yielded 33 synthesized findings. These findings were organized into three key themes: (1) the complex process of identity transformation following a first acute myocardial infarction (2) the dynamic interaction between motivators and barriers affecting participation in cardiac rehabilitation and (3) the fundamental importance of support systems in shaping patient experiences.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Participation in cardiac rehabilitation among patients experiencing their first acute myocardial infarction is influenced by multiple factors. To enhance engagement, clinical healthcare providers should address identity disruption, strengthen intrinsic motivation, and facilitate peer and family support through tailored, multidisciplinary, and psychosocially integrated strategies.</p>","PeriodicalId":51468,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well-Being","volume":"21 1","pages":"2693392"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2026-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13390156/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148551304","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Integration of cognitive behavioral therapy and mobile health applications among university students with depression: a qualitative study.","authors":"Li-Ting Chen, Hsin-Tien Hsu, Meei-Fang Lou, Chia-Yi Wu, Cheng-Han Lin, Yueh-Hsiu Lin","doi":"10.1080/17482631.2026.2697390","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17482631.2026.2697390","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Most applications for depression lack comprehensive theoretical integration and qualitative assessments of university students' needs remain insufficient.</p><p><strong>Objective: </strong>This study aimed to explore the needs and experiences of university students with depressive symptoms and develop a theory-driven app design framework tailored to the target population.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A post-positivist qualitative framework was used to recognize the value of subjective experience. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 32 students with moderate to moderately severe depression. Reflexive thematic analysis was used to identify themes in the data.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Three themes emerged: app design, help-seeking processes, and core features of cognitive behavioral therapy. Students emphasized the importance of discreet, user-friendly design, such as positive naming, privacy protection, and flexible reminder functions. Although some expressed concerns regarding the empathy and reliability of artificial intelligence, others valued its anonymity and capacity to provide immediate support. Regarding theoretical integration, participants considered monitoring emotions and physical sensations essential but also highlighted the need for diverse and personalized methods. The conceptualization of self-monitoring data was considered useful for facilitating clinical consultations.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Students considered theory-based health education as effective for improving mental health knowledge and promoting help-seeking awareness. The findings support clinical decision-making in developing more effective digital tools.</p>","PeriodicalId":51468,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well-Being","volume":"21 1","pages":"2697390"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2026-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13374782/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148450407","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Between reality and meaning: a qualitative study on virtual reality as a compassionate technology in end-of-life care.","authors":"Manaporn Chatchumni, Petpailin Phibunnithikasem, Ravinan Thatsiriniratkul, Thongdech Prasertsri, Rawiphon Chotikunnan, Phichitphon Chotikunnan","doi":"10.1080/17482631.2026.2669695","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17482631.2026.2669695","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Virtual reality (VR) is increasingly recognized as a supportive tool in palliative care due to its potential to promote relaxation, emotional comfort, and spiritual reflection. In Thailand, where end-of-life care is shaped by family relationships, Buddhist beliefs, and the value of a peaceful death, little is known about how VR is perceived in this context.</p><p><strong>Aim: </strong>To explore perceptions, emotional and spiritual needs, and anticipated acceptability of VR in end-of-life care among terminally ill patients, family caregivers, and palliative care professionals in Thailand.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>A qualitative descriptive study was conducted using semi-structured interviews with 15 purposively selected participants, including five terminally ill patients, five family caregivers, and five healthcare professionals. The study focused on anticipated rather than directly experienced use of VR. Interviews were conducted in Thai, audio-recorded, transcribed verbatim, and analyzed using inductive content analysis. Rigor was enhanced through investigator triangulation, reflexive memo writing, peer debriefing, and an audit trail.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Four interrelated themes were developed: (1) emotional and existential needs, including longing for home, peace, and unresolved concerns; (2) spirituality and meaning, where VR was perceived as a medium for reflection and religious connection; (3) facilitators and barriers, including perceived benefits alongside concerns about usability, emotional impact, and staff workload; and (4) compassionate innovation, reflecting the potential of VR to support dignity, comfort, and meaning at the end of life. Participants viewed VR not merely as a distraction tool, but as a means of symbolic connection and emotional support.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>In this Thai palliative care context, VR was perceived as a potentially compassionate and culturally meaningful technology that may support emotional, existential, and spiritual well-being when tailored to patient readiness, cultural values, and clinical feasibility. As findings reflect anticipated perceptions, further research is needed to evaluate its practical, emotional, and ethical impacts in clinical settings.</p>","PeriodicalId":51468,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well-Being","volume":"21 1","pages":"2669695"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2026-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13159595/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147845408","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Children in non-clinical healthcare environment: insights from a multi-method qualitative approach.","authors":"Charline Stella Samuel, Nandineni Rama Devi","doi":"10.1080/17482631.2026.2721235","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17482631.2026.2721235","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Healthcare visits for children are often stressful. They , more than adults, rely on environmental cues to guide their behaviours in common areas. Despite this, healthcare research has largely focused on patient rooms and clinical spaces, with limited attention to non-clinical spaces. This highlights the need for research that explores children's experiences within non-clinical settings. .The study aims to explore children's behaviours and experiences within non-clinical healthcare settings, using a multi-method qualitative approach informed by Supportive Design Theory.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Study was carried out in the pediatric department of a general hospital in South India from July to December 2023. Convenience sampling was used for selecting 25 children aged 5-18 years across four common spaces: play area, waiting area, corridor, and lobby. Three qualitative methods - observation, drawing, and verbal elicitation were used. Observational data descriptively analyzed behavioural patterns, while drawings and verbal responses were thematically analyzed using ATLAS.ti. Three themes emerged: (1) <i>Familiar environmental engagement</i>, interaction with recognizable features; (2) <i>Curiosity-driven environmental engagement</i>, responses to sensory stimuli elements; and (3) <i>Inspirational environmental engagement</i>, imaginative and learning-oriented engagements . Triangulating three datasets deepened the qualitative interpretation.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Findings showed children's behavioural variations across healthcare settings. Sensory-rich and visually engaging environments, particularly the play area and waiting area, supported active behaviours, whereas settings with fewer environmental features predominantly passive engagements. Results suggest that visually familiar, , interactive, and curiosity-supporting elements appeared to support children's engagement during hospital visits.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Study highlights the importance of multi-sensory features within non-clinical settings. Consistent with supportive design theory, findings suggest familiar, sensory-rich, and engaging environmental features may support children's experiences during hospital visits. Study contributes to advancing environment-behaviour research in healthcare contexts.</p>","PeriodicalId":51468,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well-Being","volume":"21 1","pages":"2721235"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2026-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13523120/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148842056","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Drawing Wellbeing: findings from an art-based exploration with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children.","authors":"Kate Anderson, Alana Gall, Tasha-Jade Cole, Taleah Carson, Kirsten Howard, Darren Garvey, Michelle Dickson, Martin Howell, Maryanne Theobald, Oliver Black, Justin Wilkey, Cammi Murrup-Stewart, Gail Garvey","doi":"10.1080/17482631.2026.2644588","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17482631.2026.2644588","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children are custodians of the world's oldest living cultures yet experience systemic inequities that infringe upon their rights to health, education, safety, and cultural identity due to ongoing colonisation. Despite these persistent disparities, few studies have explored wellbeing from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children's own perspectives and lived experiences. This study addresses this gap by privileging children's voices in a large-scale, culturally grounded qualitative investigation.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>This study represents the first phase of the What Matters 2Kids (WM2K) project, which aims to develop a culturally relevant wellbeing measure for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children aged 5-11 years. Using an Indigenist methodology and culturally responsive Art and Yarning method, 219 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children across 15 sites in urban, regional, and remote Australia participated in creative sessions to express what supports their wellbeing. Data was analysed using Reflexive Thematic Analysis and a Collaborative Yarning approach.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Culture emerged as a foundational element underpinning and connecting all aspects of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children's wellbeing. Within this cultural foundation, seven interconnected themes were identified: <i>caring relationships, connection to Country and nature, feeling safe, hopes and dreams, strong mind and body, interests and activities,</i> and <i>strong identity</i>. A culturally resonant visual analogy, the \"Wellbeing Stones\", was developed to conceptualise these findings.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>This study provides critical insights into the holistic, relational, and culturally embedded nature of wellbeing for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, offering essential groundwork for developing culturally appropriate measurement tools and interventions with important implications for research, policy, and service provision.</p>","PeriodicalId":51468,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well-Being","volume":"21 1","pages":"2644588"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2026-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12983816/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147437505","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"\"If he's in pain i'm also in pain\": a qualitative study on support needs of significant others of persons with rheumatoid arthritis.","authors":"Maria Bergström, Åsa Larsson Ranada, Annette Sverker, Mathilda Björk","doi":"10.1080/17482631.2026.2732696","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17482631.2026.2732696","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>As rheumatoid arthritis (RA) affects both the patient and their significant others, the aim of this study is to describe the views and experiences of significant others of persons with contemporary treated RA.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Patients at rehabilitation clinics in southeast Sweden were asked to invite significant others to participate in individual semi-structured interviews. Sixteen significant others accepted. Data were analyzed using Braun and Clarke's reflexive thematic analysis.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Experiences were described through three themes: <i>1) A need to be involved and informed:</i> significant others described how they were provided information, but also felt left out and uninformed; <i>2) Help and support go both ways:</i> patients and their significant others were big supports to each other; however, significant others were in need of more support themselves; <i>3) Making everyday life work:</i> they had found routines in everyday life, but had lost certain activities and, experienced pressure to adopt a caring role.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Significant others of persons with RA report lacking information and limited involvement in rehabilitation. In order for significant others to provide the best possible support, attention should be paid to their needs. If given the right conditions, significant others can potentially reduce the burden on the healthcare system.</p>","PeriodicalId":51468,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well-Being","volume":"21 1","pages":"2732696"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2026-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13587555/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148978696","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A qualitative investigation of the retrospective lived experiences and emotional trajectories of Australian gamblers.","authors":"Chris James Serafim","doi":"10.1080/17482631.2026.2696637","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/17482631.2026.2696637","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>The current study sought to understand and explore how gamblers retrospectively characterise the shifts in their emotional valence across a gambling session, and how they interpret changes in their emotional arousal as a gambling session unfolds.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A total of 20 Australian gamblers, aged between 20 and 63 years (Mage = 34.9, SDage = 10.23), participated in retrospective semi-structured interviews. Participants were asked to reconstruct and narrate the emotional shifts experienced across gambling sessions and elucidate how they interpreted and understood the changes in their emotions as a gambling session unfolded. Data was analysed via reflexive thematic analysis using an interpretivist epistemological framework.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Five key themes were constructed from the data: (1) Affective Recovery: Feelings of Pride and Competence Through Mastery; (2) Affective Shift: Isolation to Feelings of Belonging; (3) Navigating Experiences of Negative Valence; (4) Anticipatory Excitement to In-Game Arousal; and (5) Escalating Affective Intensity and Emotional Urgency.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>This study challenges traditional paradigms by demonstrating that both positive and negative emotions act as highly fluid drivers during and after a gambling session. These insights may prompt further research into investigating emotional mechanisms that drive and maintain an individual's gambling.</p>","PeriodicalId":51468,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well-Being","volume":"21 1","pages":"2696637"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2026-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148377884","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Older persons' lived experiences of being playful in nursing home settings - a phenomenological reflective lifeworld research study.","authors":"Anna Bergman, Maria Haak, Karin Örmon, Anna Nivestam, Albert Westergren, Petra Nilsson Lindström","doi":"10.1080/17482631.2026.2645255","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17482631.2026.2645255","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Being playful and having the capability to play are considered fundamental aspects of being human and are closely linked to well-being in adulthood. Despite the health-promoting potential, being playful has, to our knowledge, not been explored in Scandinavian contexts in relation to older persons with functional impairments, such as those living in nursing homes.</p><p><strong>Objective: </strong>This study, therefore, aims to explore older persons' lived experiences of being playful in nursing homes, to gain an in-depth understanding of the phenomenon and to contribute knowledge that may support person-centred care and well-being.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This phenomenological study is grounded in a reflective lifeworld research approach. Lifeworld interviews were conducted with 15 older persons aged 68-100 years.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The essential meaning of the phenomenon emerges as <i>getting in touch with an inner dynamic life force that enables and enhances well-being</i>. This meaning is further illuminated through four constituents: engaging in timeless inner wanderings, adapting to bodily change, opening towards belonging, and navigating in a state of dependency.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>In older persons´ playful mode of being, the inner dynamic life force opens up to a profound sense of existential well-being. However, ageing, bodily changes, and institutional constraints shape how playfulness is expressed and manifested in the lifeworld, thereby influencing well-being and human dignity. Taken together, these findings point to the potential value of acknowledging playfulness in future research and care practice as a fundamental aspect of being human and a contributor to both well-being and human dignity.</p>","PeriodicalId":51468,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well-Being","volume":"21 1","pages":"2645255"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2026-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12990271/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147461089","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}