Exploration of Chronic Pain Management in the Middle Eastern [Immigrant] Population [of the United States]
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Authors
Azim, Shabrina
Issue Date
2015
Type
Dissertation
Language
en
Keywords
"Chronic Pain","Middle Eastern","Qualitative Research","Health"
Alternative Title
Abstract
The objective of this study was to collect information regarding the experience of chronic pain management in the rapidly growing Middle Eastern population. This study used a qualitative approach that included a literature review and individual in person interviews. 12 adults who considered themselves part of the Middle Eastern community and experienced chronic pain participated in the study. Their data were transcribed and emergent themes identified . The participants' responses fell into 17 categories. The following represent the most relevant and commonly discussed categories: effectiveness and acceptability of treatment, impact on mood and emotionality, activities and pain perception, western medical experiences, and suggestions for treatment. The results from this study indicate that the experience of chronic pain management in the Middle Eastern population was affected by pain perception, their daily functioning, activities, mood, sleep, stress , social support, western medicine, and preferences to treatment. This information could be useful in the design of more culturally-informed health education materials, assessment strategies and treatment approaches in chronic pain.