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ArticleJournal of religion and health2026

Psychosocial Problems and Spiritual Coping Strategies Experienced by Patients who Have Suffered a Myocardial Infarction: A Phenomenological Study on Patient Experiences in Turkey.

Sevgi Demir Çam, Sevda Uzun, Bedriye Cansu Koyunoğlu

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Sevgi Demir ÇamDepartment of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Hitit University, Çorum, Turkey. sevgidemir91@hotmail.com.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-9728-4294
Sevda UzunDepartment of Psychiatric Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Kırsehir Ahi Evran University, Kırşehir, Turkey.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-5954-717X
Bedriye Cansu KoyunoğluDepartment of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Erzurum Technical University, Erzurum, Turkey.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-0297-2634

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This phenomenological study aimed to explore the psychosocial problems and spiritual coping strategies experienced by patients following myocardial infarction in eastern Turkey. Semi-structured in-depth interviews were conducted with 21 individuals who had experienced myocardial infarction and were recruited using criterion-based purposive sampling. Data collection continued until thematic saturation was reached, and the data were analyzed using Colaizzi's seven-step phenomenological analysis method. The study was conducted in accordance with the Consolidated Criteria for Reporting Qualitative Research (COREQ). Three main themes and eight sub-themes emerged from the analysis, including the meaning attributed to myocardial infarction, psychosocial problems experienced, coping strategies, and healthy lifestyle behaviors. Participants described myocardial infarction as a life-threatening and transformative experience associated with fear of death, psychological distress, social burden, and physical limitations. Spiritual coping strategies, including prayer, religious practices, family support, and meaning-making, were identified as important mechanisms facilitating adaptation and emotional resilience. These findings highlight the importance of integrating psychosocial assessment, spiritual support, and holistic nursing approaches into post-myocardial infarction care.

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Myocardial infarctionPhenomenological studyPsychosocial problemsSpiritual coping

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