The Impact of Revolutionary War on the Self-Concept and Social Role Formation of Nicaraguan Women
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Authors
Quiñonez, Monica C.
Issue Date
2006
Type
Dissertation
Language
en
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Abstract
As war continues to be the means by which conflict is addressed, and as the number of armed conflicts taking place throughout the world continues to increase, the experience of war and the meanings associated with this experience seem far too relevant to be ignored. Most research on the experience of war has focused on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and veterans of war. The literature addressing the experience of war and its influences, as described by those directly affected, is limited. While it is known that war definitely affects individuals, what is not known is how these effects are experienced and, in some ways, internalized, specifically by those who have actually lived through such an experience. This study explored how the experience of revolutions has informed the self-concept and social role formation of Nicaraguan women through the use of qualitative (phenomenological) methodology. This research identified common themes in the experiences of these women. Ten women from various areas, ages, occupations, and social statuses who have lived through the period of revolution in Nicaragua participated in this study. Information was obtained utilizing a three-part format: an initial screening, an hour-long interview, and a short debriefing. The results of these interviews were analyzed to reveal possible shared themes in the experiences of these women. It is hoped that this research may benefit the field of psychology by broadening the narrow lens through which Latina women are often viewed. Furthermore, this research sheds light on treatment considerations for those working with women who have been forever altered by this type of experience.