이혼 한부모여성의 삶의 경험에 대한 내러티브 탐구

Purpose: This study was intended to explore in depth the life experiences of divorced single mothers through a narrative inquiry. Methods: Data were collected through in-depth interviews with three divorced single mothers between October 2017 and May 2018. The data were reconstructed into research texts according to the narrative inquiry procedure suggested by Clandinin and Connelly (2000). Results: The meanings divorced single mothers attached to their life experiences were classified into five themes: “Standing in the mire of chaos: Becoming a single parent,” “Like a roly-poly doll! Rising as a mother and breadwinner,” “Consoling myself alone: Casting spells to survive,” “Passing through the tunnel: Interpreting the meaning of divorce for myself and my children,” and “You are me, I am you: Expanding consciousness through narrative inquiry.” Conclusion: This study can be used in nursing practice to broaden understanding of divorced single mothers, foster sensitivity to their stories, and develop nursing intervention strategies to empower and support them.