Abstract
While many advances have been made mixing other methodologies with mixed methods research (MMR), there are few examples of narrative MMR or detailed procedures for integrating the narrative approach into mixed methods studies. This article contributes to the MMR field an example of integrating narratives in MMR by applying a methodological approach that is shaped by stories. The example integrated findings from cancer narratives with survey data to explore emotional support and quality of life of older people living with cancer. Integration was achieved by, firstly, following a thread through the research phases, and secondly, by using joint displays to align findings. The narrative MMR methodology presented is a tool for putting stories at the center of the research process.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 418-437 |
Number of pages | 20 |
Journal | Journal of Mixed Methods Research |
Volume | 16 |
Issue number | 4 |
Early online date | 4 Dec 2021 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Oct 2022 |
Keywords
- cancer
- emotional support
- integration
- mixed methods
- narrative