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The Orphan Protagonist - A Grounded Theory of Orphanhood, Self-image and Conduct Control

Jerneck, Matilda LU (2010) MIDM70 20101
LUMID International Master programme in applied International Development and Management
Abstract
This thesis is a grounded theory study of orphanhood in the context
of the HIV/AIDS pandemic in sub-Saharan Africa. It aims at
understanding how orphans experience their life circumstances;
negotiate social interactions and self-images; and develop
aspirations for future existence. The study was conducted in Pallisa,
Uganda and the methods used were participant observations, photo
elicitation and in-depth interviews, complemented by child-centred
methods. A constructivist grounded theory approach resulted in a
substantive theory called the Orphan Protagonist. Using symbolic
interactionism, the substantive theory was validated into a formal
theory in two parts: Self-image Typology and Conduct Control. The
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This thesis is a grounded theory study of orphanhood in the context
of the HIV/AIDS pandemic in sub-Saharan Africa. It aims at
understanding how orphans experience their life circumstances;
negotiate social interactions and self-images; and develop
aspirations for future existence. The study was conducted in Pallisa,
Uganda and the methods used were participant observations, photo
elicitation and in-depth interviews, complemented by child-centred
methods. A constructivist grounded theory approach resulted in a
substantive theory called the Orphan Protagonist. Using symbolic
interactionism, the substantive theory was validated into a formal
theory in two parts: Self-image Typology and Conduct Control. The
Orphan Protagonist demonstrates the importance for orphans to
excel beyond parented peers in all activities, including good
behaviour, in order to avoid maltreatment or exclusion from the
community. It also indicates orphans’ capability to manage risks and
fend for themselves and younger siblings. Finally, it shows that
orphans are resourceful persons with the ability to succeed in their
future lives. The OP is transferable to similar settings and phenomena. (Less)
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author
Jerneck, Matilda LU
supervisor
organization
course
MIDM70 20101
year
type
H2 - Master's Degree (Two Years)
subject
keywords
symbolic interactionism, grounded theory, orphanhood, sub-Saharan Africa, sociological understanding
language
English
id
1615533
date added to LUP
2010-11-09 14:41:09
date last changed
2011-01-21 13:49:32
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  abstract     = {{This thesis is a grounded theory study of orphanhood in the context
of the HIV/AIDS pandemic in sub-Saharan Africa. It aims at
understanding how orphans experience their life circumstances;
negotiate social interactions and self-images; and develop
aspirations for future existence. The study was conducted in Pallisa,
Uganda and the methods used were participant observations, photo
elicitation and in-depth interviews, complemented by child-centred
methods. A constructivist grounded theory approach resulted in a
substantive theory called the Orphan Protagonist. Using symbolic
interactionism, the substantive theory was validated into a formal
theory in two parts: Self-image Typology and Conduct Control. The
Orphan Protagonist demonstrates the importance for orphans to
excel beyond parented peers in all activities, including good
behaviour, in order to avoid maltreatment or exclusion from the
community. It also indicates orphans’ capability to manage risks and
fend for themselves and younger siblings. Finally, it shows that
orphans are resourceful persons with the ability to succeed in their
future lives. The OP is transferable to similar settings and phenomena.}},
  author       = {{Jerneck, Matilda}},
  language     = {{eng}},
  note         = {{Student Paper}},
  title        = {{The Orphan Protagonist - A Grounded Theory of Orphanhood, Self-image and Conduct Control}},
  year         = {{2010}},
}