A national survey of GP and nurse attitudes and beliefs towards depression after myocardial infarction.

Aim: To investigate primary care practitioner's attitudes to depression after myocardial infarction.

Background: Depression after myocardial infarction affects almost half of all patients and has a considerable negative effect on recovery. Despite the increased prevalence of depression in this population, it is often not recognised or treated.

An exploration of intent for narrative methods of inquiry.

This article discusses the purpose, process and usefulness of narrative-based research. Drawing on elements of naturalistic and constructivist approaches, the authors explore the processes and consequences of engaging in narrative-based inquiry. They propose a reconsideration of the intention, purpose and usefulness of gathering and using narratives, and suggest that narratives can provide healthcare practitioners with the opportunity to engage in inclusive research that can have a transformational effect on all research informants, including the researchers.

The relationship between coping and psychological and physical adjustment in rheumatoid arthritis: a literature review.

Aim: This systematic review examines how specific coping strategies are associated with psychological and physical outcomes in rheumatoid arthritis.

Background And Methods: Rheumatoid arthritis is a long-term condition that people cope with but it is unclear whether specific coping strategies have an effect on mood and function. Therefore a systematic review was undertaken of the coping with arthritis literature and 174 studies were initially included.

Reflections on how to write and organise a research thesis.

Writing up research projects and presenting a thesis are among the most challenging and time-consuming elements of the research process. The authors provide a structured guideline to help students, particularly those undertaking Master's degrees while still practising in clinical areas, to overcome the challenges of writing their thesis and produce a cogent, logical and reflective piece of work.