Analysis of the divorce process as health transition according to the theory of Alaf Meleis transitions

Abstract

The general goal of this study is to analyze the transitions produced during a divorce process using the Theory of transitions of Alaf Ibraim Meleis. Our specific goals are two:1) Identify the elements that characterize the experience of the divorce transition, and 2) examine if this experience is healthy for the person or not. A qualitative phenomenological case study was conducted in a person who was experiencing a divorce process. To collect the data, a conversation was conducted in a climate of trust that began with the question: "Are you living through a period of changes?". Free narration and the expression of concerns and feelings were favored. Data processing was done through content analysis of the transcribed conversation, identifying the nature, conditions and indicators of the divorce transition. It is suggested that nursing professionals can and should perform interventions aimed at providing security, self-esteem and confidence to the person experiencing a divorce process. This research concludes that the theory of transitions offers a holistic perspective of the persons experiencing a transition in their lives. It is proposed that the Theory guides the nurse to promote healthy responses to the transition in people.