Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanning for research: the experiences of healthy volunteers and patients with remitted depressive illness
We report the findings from a study exploring the experiences of individuals undergoing MRI scanning for research. Semi structured interviews took place before and after scanning with 17 participants; 12 were healthy volunteers and 5 were patients with a diagnosis of remitted depression. Themes of a...
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| author | Tischler, Victoria Bronjewski, Emma O'Connor, Katherine Calton, Tim |
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| description | We report the findings from a study exploring the experiences of individuals undergoing MRI scanning for research. Semi structured interviews took place before and after scanning with 17 participants; 12 were healthy volunteers and 5 were patients with a diagnosis of remitted depression. Themes of apprehension and curiosity prior to scanning were common in both groups. Patients were often confused about the procedure. Negative feelings were an issue at the outset, characterised by shock related to the physical surroundings, after which positive feelings, for example relaxation, were often experienced, and in the case of patients, learning more about their brain. Written information about imaging was deemed satisfactory; however the ability to ‘experience’ aspects of scanning beforehand was suggested. Scanning may be viewed as a process beginning prior to the procedure itself and involving positive and negative emotions. Increased information, reassurance and a more interactive intervention to reduce anxiety may be beneficial and may improve individuals’ experience of this widely used procedure. |
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| spelling | nottingham-31912020-05-04T20:26:11Z https://eprints.nottingham.ac.uk/3191/ Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanning for research: the experiences of healthy volunteers and patients with remitted depressive illness Tischler, Victoria Bronjewski, Emma O'Connor, Katherine Calton, Tim We report the findings from a study exploring the experiences of individuals undergoing MRI scanning for research. Semi structured interviews took place before and after scanning with 17 participants; 12 were healthy volunteers and 5 were patients with a diagnosis of remitted depression. Themes of apprehension and curiosity prior to scanning were common in both groups. Patients were often confused about the procedure. Negative feelings were an issue at the outset, characterised by shock related to the physical surroundings, after which positive feelings, for example relaxation, were often experienced, and in the case of patients, learning more about their brain. Written information about imaging was deemed satisfactory; however the ability to ‘experience’ aspects of scanning beforehand was suggested. Scanning may be viewed as a process beginning prior to the procedure itself and involving positive and negative emotions. Increased information, reassurance and a more interactive intervention to reduce anxiety may be beneficial and may improve individuals’ experience of this widely used procedure. Pier Professional 2009-09 Article PeerReviewed Tischler, Victoria, Bronjewski, Emma, O'Connor, Katherine and Calton, Tim (2009) Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanning for research: the experiences of healthy volunteers and patients with remitted depressive illness. Mental Health Review Journal, 14 (3). pp. 23-30. ISSN 1361-9322 : magnetic resonance imaging scanning (MRI); qualitative; support; research; experiences http://www.emeraldinsight.com/journals.htm?articleid=1935349 doi:10.1108/13619322200900018 doi:10.1108/13619322200900018 |
| spellingShingle | : magnetic resonance imaging scanning (MRI); qualitative; support; research; experiences Tischler, Victoria Bronjewski, Emma O'Connor, Katherine Calton, Tim Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanning for research: the experiences of healthy volunteers and patients with remitted depressive illness |
| title | Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanning for research: the experiences of healthy volunteers and patients with remitted depressive illness |
| title_full | Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanning for research: the experiences of healthy volunteers and patients with remitted depressive illness |
| title_fullStr | Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanning for research: the experiences of healthy volunteers and patients with remitted depressive illness |
| title_full_unstemmed | Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanning for research: the experiences of healthy volunteers and patients with remitted depressive illness |
| title_short | Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanning for research: the experiences of healthy volunteers and patients with remitted depressive illness |
| title_sort | magnetic resonance imaging (mri) scanning for research: the experiences of healthy volunteers and patients with remitted depressive illness |
| topic | : magnetic resonance imaging scanning (MRI); qualitative; support; research; experiences |
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