Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Individuals With Low Vision: Life Goes On
This qualitative case study explored the impact of lockdown and social distancing measures used during COVID-19 on the lives of individuals with low vision. A purposive sample of 6 participants with low vision was recruited. Data were collected using in-depth semistructured interviews consisting of...
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Published in | Topics in geriatric rehabilitation Vol. 38; no. 3; p. 240 |
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Main Authors | , |
Format | Journal Article |
Language | English |
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United States
01.07.2022
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Summary: | This qualitative case study explored the impact of lockdown and social distancing measures used during COVID-19 on the lives of individuals with low vision. A purposive sample of 6 participants with low vision was recruited. Data were collected using in-depth semistructured interviews consisting of 10 open-ended questions. A thematic analysis was conducted to understand the unified subjective experiences of the participants. The analysis revealed 4 themes: (1) Changes, a lot of them; (2) Emotional roller coaster; (3) Life goes on; and (4) Technology as the catalyst. Participants demonstrated ongoing adaptation to meet the changing demands imposed by the pandemic. |
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ISSN: | 0882-7524 |
DOI: | 10.1097/TGR.0000000000000369 |