A Critique of Sensory Overload: A Concept Analysis
“Sensory Overload: A Concept Analysis” is a review article analyzing sensory overload using Walker and Avant’s concept analysis method. Defining the concept depends on what contributing factors are involved. The authors examine the factors that affect sensory overload such as: mental conditions, environmental factors, and stress load. Several examples were reviewed, and analyzed to attempt to develop a theory. The purpose of this critique is to examine an undefined concept that has been analyzed and to determine if the concept is valid. Exploring strategies for theory development involves critiquing others work, and drawing from that an educated conclusion to one’s own beliefs and
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Method, Analysis, and Evaluation
The concept that was chosen for analysis is one of emerging healthcare concern. People have far more activities, and busier lives which contributes to stress. Stress with added sensory stimulation can lead to overload. A person is at an even higher risk if there is a psychiatric diagnosis attached. As more people are developing sensory overload or overstimulation, there is a greater interest of the public. The authors explained how sensory overload occurs, and gives specific examples of how it can occur. The article continues to explain why the concept needs to be analyzed. “After reviewing the international literature there seems to be no uniform conceptual clarity on the term “sensory overload” in the context of psychiatric nursing” (Scheydt, Staub, Frauenfelder, Nielsen, Behrens & Needham, 2017). Defining the definition in order to obtain accurate diagnosis, makes this topic a need of greatest interest. “Clarification is necessary to ensure a uniform understanding of the term and to avoid false-positive appraisals in practice” (Scheydt et al., 2017).
The second step included determining the aim or purpose of the concept. The article is clearly labeled “Aims” to help identify this step. The authors identify the purpose of the analysis is to clarify the meaning of the concept to establish a theoretical foundation.
According to Scheydt et al. (2017) the elucidation of antecedents,
o Conceptual model or theoretical framework: In what way was a conceptual model or theoretical framework used to guide this study?
The results presented are readily understood and are applied to the research question. The data is applied and interpreted in accordance with the scales and instruments used. Types of stresses are listed according to ranking order of severity and other stresses are listed as well. This allows readers to get an idea of what stresses are affecting the subjects and also to what degree they are affected by these stresses. A chart is included that depicts the positive and negative emotions the subjects experienced in orientation along with the mean score and standard deviation. This chart clearly outlines the data for readers and is very simple to understand. The best aspect of the researcher's presentation of the findings is the fact that each
1. Analysis to identify and prioritize the needs and goals of the organization which include:
The first phase of this model is the preparation phase. In this phase, it is important to delineate the purpose and potential outcomes of the study. The research is searched, sorted and selected. It is important during this phase
This analysis persists of key points, about The article “Stress and the brain by Janet Elder”. The author forged an excellent informative piece to educate the reader on the effects of stress on the brain. The author states that “Stress can be both good and bad. It is part of life, and your brain and body respond to it”. The author clarifies that, "Whether stress is harmful or helpful depends on the amount of stress, how severe it is, and how long it lasts".
This analysis should be presented in the form of a single essay, complete with a title page, an introduction, three body paragraphs (purpose, approach, and effectiveness), a conclusion, and a full References page.
This paper is a Conceptual-Theoretical Structure (CTE) Evaluation. This paper will focus on the evaluation of the conceptual-theoretical-empirical linkages, evaluation of the selected theory, evaluation of the empirical indicators, evaluation of research findings, evaluation of the utility and soundness of the practice theory.
Moreover, the aim and the questions were clearly articulated in this article. The authors utilized dot points to show the aim and
The framework suggested by Walker and Avant was used for the analysis described in this research. The method of research included:
In defining the concept of stress, occupational stress and role stress are examined based on the fact that people's lives are characterized with stressors that contribute to numerous threats to their well-being. Since the concept of role stress, which is related to occupational stress, is not found in the dictionary, the starting point in the definition and analysis of stress is the use of the term stress (Riahi, 2011, p.722). While stress was initially described as the experience of some form of strain by any living organisms, the description has been expanded to a phenomenon that contributes to severe and distressing experience,
Selye, H. (1975). Confusion and Controversy in the Stress Field. Journal of Human Stress, 1(2), 37-44. doi:10.1080/0097840x.1975.9940406
This assignment will explore the concept of stress by firstly distinguishing between the definitions set out by Selye 919560 and Cox (1976). Following this assignment will critically evaluate the General Adaption Syndrome, SRRS and Daily Hassles explanations of stress and finally, conclude with a discussion on individual differences based on Friedman and Rosenman’s research.
Many believe that stress is a simple problem, however it is often misunderstood and more complex than they believe (p. 181, Griffin & Moorhead, 2014). Stress is the physiological and psychological response to excessive and usually unpleasant stimulation as well as threatening events in the environment (p. 284, Schultz and Schultz, 2010). Stress appears in silent and subtle ways but this negative response affects millions of employees in all levels of all types of jobs (p. 284, Schultz and Schultz, 2010). If identified
The goal of the study comprises of stating the objectives for conducting the study, intended application of the results, and the intended audience. Defining the scope of the study should include the extent/magnitude of the study (i.e., the system boundaries), the functional unit, the function of product system, possible data gaps and the considered impact categories [1].
Attention Getter: Tim Allen once said “You don't know what people are really like until they're under a lot of stress.” (BrainyQuote, n.d.).