A therapeutic journey?: Reflections on the effects of research on researcher and participants

K. Haynes

doi:10.1108/17465640610718798

A therapeutic journey?: Reflections on the effects of research on researcher and participants

K. Haynes

The York Management School

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Abstract

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to explore the effects of undertaking research on both participants and researcher. Design/methodology/approach – Taking an auto/ethnographic approach, the paper provides a reflexive account of the impact of research on identity construction, especially in relation to the specific areas of the accounting profession and motherhood. Findings – There are potential therapeutic effects of undertaking and participating in research. Originality/value – The paper provides an analysis of a little considered area in qualitative research, namely the effects of the research on those involved.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	204 - 221
Journal	Qualitative Research in Organizations and Management: An International Journal
Volume	1
Issue number	3
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1108/17465640610718798
Publication status	Published - 2006

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