This book introduces the single use of four widely-used qualitative approaches and then introduces ways and applications of using the approaches in combination. Personal insight into qualitative research practice from each of the contributors covers health psychology, social psychology, criminal psychology, gender studies psychotherapy, counselling psychology and organizational psychology.
The return of Mariela Fairman's husband after seven years ignites a complex emotional journey filled with love, guilt, and hope. Residing in a crumbling manor on Ireland's coast, she grapples with her estranged son and her husband's unsettling behavior. As Mariela connects with two other women harboring their own secrets, she embarks on a quest for identity and meaning, ultimately confronting the possibility of a reality that extends beyond her familiar existence.
An indispensable guide to conducting research in the social sciences. Looking beyond the traditional boundaries of quantitative and qualitative research, this is an illuminating and accessible guide to thinking about the role of the researcher – who they are, what they do, and how they shape their own practice. Written by an expert with many years' experience of teaching and research, it will help both novice and expert readers to assess and affect their own impact on their methodology and findings. A key introductory text suitable for students and early-career researchers working across the social and behavioural science. This book will be an essential reference for anybody who wishes to reflect on and develop their research skills.