Home⇛Psychology and Education: A Multidisciplinary Journal⇛vol. 41 no. 1 (2025)

Lived Experiences of the Pandemic Survivors through the Lens of Sr. Callista Roy

Vernel Iam Sendrijas | Emmylou Tutor | Jimmy D. Bucar

Discipline: health studies

 

Abstract:

Understanding the lived experiences of individuals is crucial for shaping effective health interventions and policies. This study explored and described the post-COVID-19 adaptation experiences of survivors in Tagbilaran City through Roy Callista’s Adaptation Model, providing a detailed analysis of their recovery and ongoing challenges. The research employed a qualitative phenomenological approach, using purposive sampling to select participants who had recovered from mild to severe COVID-19 within the last 6 to 12 months. In-depth interviews, guided by Roy's Adaptation Model, were conducted to collect rich, qualitative data. Colaizzi's phenomenological method was utilized for data analysis, involving the extraction of significant statements, the formulation of themes, and the synthesis of comprehensive descriptions of survivors' experiences. The findings revealed significant themes across four modes: Physiologic (e.g., symptoms and post-COVID effects), Self-Concept (e.g., emotional impact and altered selfperception), Role Function (e.g., impact on personal and professional life), and Interdependence (e.g., social and workplace interactions). These themes underscored the complex and multifaceted impact of COVID-19 on survivors, encompassing physiological symptoms, psychological distress, social stigma, and altered personal identities. The study concludes that COVID-19 survivors in Tagbilaran City manage a complex recovery landscape, significantly influenced by their physical, emotional, and social experiences. Recommendations include developing comprehensive post-COVID care programs, enhancing mental health services, initiating public awareness campaigns to reduce stigma, and implementing flexible accommodations in workplaces and educational settings to support survivors' reintegration.



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