Qualitative Psychology

A Practical Guide to Research Methods

Jonathan A. Smith

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Sage Publications Ltd
20 February 2024

Research methods: general; Psychological methodology

Undertaking qualitative research in psychology can seem like a daunting and complex process, especially when it comes to selecting the most appropriate approach for your project. This book provides a comprehensive and practical introduction to the key approaches in qualitative psychology research from a world-leading group of academics and researchers.

This Fourth Edition features timely updates that reflect the most current practice in the field.

Jonathan A. Smith is Professor of Psychology at Birkbeck University of London.

Edited by: Jonathan A. Smith
Imprint: Sage Publications Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 4th Revised edition
Dimensions: Height: 232mm, Width: 186mm,
Weight: 740g
ISBN: 9781529616453
ISBN 10: 152961645X
Pages: 320
Publication Date: 20 February 2024
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Introduction Conceptual foundations of qualitative psychology Interpretative phenomenological analysis Grounded theory Narrative psychology Conversation analysis Discourse analysis Thematic analysis: A Reflexive Approach Cooperative inquiry: An action research practice Focus groups Choosing your approach Demonstrating validity in qualitative psychology

Jonathan A. Smith is Professor of Psychology at Birkbeck University of London, UK where he leads the interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA) research group. He has written many articles applying IPA to a range of areas in health, clinical and social psychology. He is co- author (with Paul Flowers and Michael Larkin) of Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis: Theory, Method and Research (Sage, 2009). He also has a wider interest in qualitative psychology generally and has co-edited a number of books in the area.