Developing positive relationships with voices: A preliminary Grounded Theory

Lana J. Jackson, Mark Hayward and Anne Cooke
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Lana J. Jackson: Salomons Centre for Applied Social and Psychological Development, Tunbridge Wells, UK
Mark Hayward: Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, Sussex Education Centre, Hove, UK, Psychology Department, University of Surrey, Guildford, UK, m.hayward@surrey.ac.uk
Anne Cooke: Salomons Centre for Applied Social and Psychological Development, Tunbridge Wells, UK

International Journal of Social Psychiatry, 2011, vol. 57, issue 5, 487-495

Abstract: Background: Research has been exploring the phenomenon of ‘voice hearing’ within a relational framework. To date, studies have paid limited attention to voice hearers who view the experience positively. Material: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with five mental health service users and seven non-service users who had had positive experiences of hearing voices. Interview transcripts were analyzed using Grounded Theory. Conclusions: The preliminary theory suggests that the moderation of fear and control may impact on relationships with voices. Actively engaging with voices to understand their subjective meaning may be beneficial. Promoting a positive self-concept and connecting with communities who value and accept voice-hearing experiences may be particularly important.

Keywords: hearing voices; positive experiences; interpersonal relationships; community; stigma (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2011
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DOI: 10.1177/0020764010368624

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