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권인영・김채연・김하정・신유정・이도경・장환희・정예은,김채연,김하정,신유정,이도경,장환희,정예은,양숙자,손지희 이화여자대학교 간호학회 2018 이화간호학회지 Vol.- No.52
Purpose: The purpose of this study is to obtain comprehensive understanding of Korean middle-age men's experience in their andropause. The findings of this study will provide supportive data for development of nursing interventions. Methods: This study is explored by hermeneutic phenomenological analytic method suggested by van Manen. Data was collected through in-depth interviews with 7 middle aged men between July and September, 2017. Before the interviews, preliminary questionnaire was preformed for all participants. Results: The analysis produced five themes: 'My body is getting weaker than before', 'A sense of despondency with current life', 'Regarding andropause not as much important as menopause', 'The obscurity of one's life about andropause', 'Cut off andropause from life'. Conclusion: This study explored Korean middle-age men's experience in their andropause. Although most participants experienced physical and psychological symptoms, they denied that they are andropause. Moreover, they lacked knowledge and showed attitude of indifference. In addition, Andropause is not as commonly recognized in the society of Korea. Even if they perceive it, they cannot reveal the fact and respond poorly. It brings up the necessity to provide proper information and education. A variety of nursing interventions are also required for the men for their physical or mental recovery and health care. Therefore, this study offers the deep understanding of the significance and nature of the experience in andropause. Furthermore, this study may put foundation for development in nursing care of studies of this subject.