Date of Graduation
8-2019
Document Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Doctor of Philosophy in Counselor Education (PhD)
Degree Level
Graduate
Department
Rehabilitation, Human Resources and Communication Disorders
Advisor/Mentor
David D. Christian
Committee Member
Erin K. Popejoy
Second Committee Member
Kristin K. Higgins
Third Committee Member
Merry Lynn Moiseichik
Keywords
Adlerian theory, Counseling, Interpersonal, Lifestyle, Narrative, Tattoos
Abstract
Much research has been done on tattoos and on those who acquire them, but most of the research has focused on negative correlations that might exist with people who have tattoos. This current research, however, showed that people’s tattoo narratives can relate to how they view self, others, and the world, and to how they approach life. A narrative approach to qualitative research was used, and ten people participated in the study. Participants’ views of self, others, and the world were discussed as these views emerged from the narratives. Their possible approaches to life were also addressed. Themes that emerged across participants were then considered. Implications for counseling practice and counselor education were also discussed.
Citation
McCarty, D. L. (2019). Tattoo Narratives and Counseling. Graduate Theses and Dissertations Retrieved from https://scholarworks.uark.edu/etd/3344
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