PBHL20006 Reflective Practice Assignment

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PBHL20006 Reflective Practice Assignment: Research Positionality 1 | P a g e

Table of Contents Introduction .............................................................................................................................. 3 Research Positionality .............................................................................................................. 3 Experience .............................................................................................................................. 3 Reflection ............................................................................................................................... 4 Conceptualisation ................................................................................................................... 4 Experimentation ..................................................................................................................... 5 Indigenous Research ................................................................................................................ 5 Experience .............................................................................................................................. 5 Reflection ............................................................................................................................... 6 Conceptualisation ................................................................................................................... 6 Experimentation ..................................................................................................................... 7 Conclusion ................................................................................................................................. 7 References ................................................................................................................................. 8 2 | P a g e

Introduction I conducted an investigation of the psychological well-being of the indigenous population in Australia. The primary objective was to improve the mental well-being and overall quality of life of these individuals. Individuals exhibit a discernible range of mental health conditions. The consequences of this would manifest at a later time. Furthermore, the presence of challenges among the adult population necessitates the identification and implementation of effective resolutions, which would have significant and wide-ranging implications ( Nursey- Bray et al., 2019). The presentation of the research reflection proved to be quite valuable as it effectively highlighted possible areas of concern. I conducted an investigation of the psychological well-being of the indigenous population in Australia. The primary objective was to improve the quality of life for children and mitigate the prevalence of mental health disorders. In light of the prevailing circumstances, it is imperative to adopt a proactive approach aimed at enhancing the current state of affairs ( Hefler et al., 2019). The enhancement of research procedures might potentially lead to substantial advancements. To provide further clarification, it is appropriate to make reference to Kolb's model of experiential learning. The implementation of this approach is justified by its utility and the necessity of employing an appropriate research method. The challenges encountered during the study process may also be taken into consideration. Research Positionality Experience There appears to be a correlation between improved performance and beneficial outcomes, as shown by empirical research. Despite this, it is indisputable that research frequently contains unjustified biases, which therefore have an effect on the findings. Due to the current state of affairs, it is imperative that I gather information on the topic at hand and carry out an exhaustive study. The possible existence of bias on the part of the researcher, as well as the researcher's position on the social and political context associated with a particular topic, are both obvious elements that need to be taken into consideration ( Power et al., 2020). It is possible that in order to accomplish this goal, it will be essential to collect exhaustive data related to people's religious affiliations, gender identities, sexual orientations, and political leanings. 3 | P a g e

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It is possible that the outcome will result in performance that is below average in the area that was defined, regardless of whether it was purposeful or inadvertent. In order to properly address this problem, it is essential for the modern research community to make use of cutting-edge ideas and methodological rigour. The investigation of a reflective technique within the context of this research positionality has the potential to increase outcomes within the current domain via the deepening of our grasp of the underlying research paradigm ( Rheault et al., 2019). This is because the examination of a reflective method within the context of this research positionality takes place within the framework of this research positionality. Reflection When evaluating various theoretical frameworks, researchers really need to be conscious of where they are with regard to their own epistemological perspective. At first, I was ignorant of the possibility of employing such approaches in the course of scientific investigation. This aspect of the inquiry takes on utmost importance given that it has the ability to provide helpful insights into the obstacles that are currently being faced by the investigation ( Smith et al., 2021). Therefore, it is very necessary to include researchers from a variety of fields who are also proficient in several research methodologies and work in the area of indigenous studies. In academic pursuits, the usage of qualitative research is frequently required due to its efficacy and proven history of providing findings that can be acted upon. This is because qualitative research has a history of delivering results that can be acted upon. It is essential to keep in mind that this specific study has a propensity to obfuscate the distinction between those with insider viewpoints and those with outsider perspectives ( Moodie et al., 2021). This should be done in order to reduce the possibility of being fooled and to keep a close connection to the actual efforts that the researcher is doing. Additionally, it has been found that the results of interviews may not always be trustworthy owing to the probable occurrence of unexpected upsetting conditions that may affect the validity of the findings. This is something that might happen during an interview ( Askew et al., 2020). Conceptualisation It is possible for many researchers involved in the same study to reach different results. As a result of this, the reliability of the conclusions from the study was being called into question. In addition, due to the fact that mental health is unique from physical health, it is possible that interviews will result in issues in the future ( Strakosch, 2019). The possibility of gaining 4 | P a g e

access to new information through interviews is somewhat mitigated by the fact that interviewers can be reluctant to talk openly if they are concerned about how their statements would reflect adversely on either them or their company. The methodology used to carry out the research could have played a role in shaping the findings. The scientists will suffer a loss of reputation and may in the future produce work of a lower quality. In this scenario, the taboos that come to light when researching mental health could have an impact on the study ( Gilroy et al., 2019). Experimentation The inquiry came to light a great deal of issues that were associated with the research that was conducted. In order to make strides towards improving the existing state of affairs, it is of the utmost necessity to make use of appropriate research. It is hypothesised that applying phenomenology as a technique of observation to the study of mental health can be beneficial due to the fact that it has the potential to make it simpler to identify and isolate the fundamental elements that are behind a certain state ( Fletcher et al., 2021). This is the main rationale for this hypothesis. If this were done correctly, there would be an increase in the reliability of the findings of the study. The recognition of positionality as a dynamic and mutable concept is of utmost importance, since it undergoes shifts and transformations throughout time. It is anticipated that a comprehensive study plan addressing this specific matter would effectively regulate the pertinent passions. In order to maintain the coherence and relevance of their research pursuits, it is highly recommended that graduate students engaged in social sciences studies get ethical training ( Eades et al., 2020). The present methodology exhibits potential in terms of producing reliable and legitimate outcomes within the existing scope of academic investigation. Indigenous Research In the field of research, in order to promote a full evaluation of relevant topics, reflection is a crucial component that must be included. It is absolutely vital to make use of reflective practises in order to evaluate and discover areas within the present field that need more development in order to go forward. This helps with the analysis of the methods that have been carried out in this specific case of the problem. 5 | P a g e

Experience I gathered information via the process of conducting research on the topic of the mental health of indigenous people in Australia. The primary objective was to improve the persons' quality of life while simultaneously lowering the prevalence of mental health problems that were experienced by them. It has come to my attention that a sizeable percentage of the general population is struggling with issues that are associated with their mental health ( Yashadhana et al., 2020). It was anticipated that the aftereffects of its influence would have far-reaching repercussions. Regrettably, I also made the mistake of picking a research design that was inappropriate for our investigation. As a consequence of this error, our combined efforts to produce a research report of exceptional quality have not yet resulted in any profitable findings. As a result, there were persistent problems associated with carrying out this particular procedure. The aforementioned variables have produced a great deal of difficulty throughout the entirety of the research procedure, which may have resulted in undesirable outcomes given the existing setting ( Ward‐Fear et al., 2019). In this particular instance, I was confronted with obstacles throughout the duration of the research project, which had the potential to affect both the technique and the strategy that was taken. Reflection The methodologies that were used in the research usually showed inadequacies in regard to the particular subject of examination that was being looked into. The over-reliance on interviews as the primary data collection method may provide some difficulties for maintaining the study's credibility as a whole. It is possible that the methods and approaches used in the research will have an effect on the conclusion that is reached, which would make this difference even more pronounced. Because of the impact that these aspects had on the findings of the research, it is necessary to investigate the linked problems in depth and find a solution as soon as possible ( Rist et al., 2019). The use of these techniques has the ability to produce disparities and change the conclusions of the inquiry from a subjective perspective. This is because these procedures are used. Conceptualisation The main derived from this activity is that the bulk of the approaches employed exert a substantial influence on the research undertaking. In situations of this kind, it is crucial to integrate suitable research designs and procedures that possess the capacity to provide 6 | P a g e

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enhanced outcomes within the current environment. The aforementioned circumstance has a significant influence on our capacity to implement efficacious interventions that would enhance the successful implementation of our research pursuits ( Lovett et al., 2019). In order to effectively do research within a certain field, it is important to examine and employ several approaches. Experimentation Additional experiments are necessary at this juncture to validate the precision of the research and evaluate the integrity of the obtained findings. The necessity of doing proper research on the mental health of Aboriginal folks is crucial in order to yield any beneficial outcomes from the study. In this particular context, the acquisition of a reliable dataset necessitates the implementation of an appropriate methodology, which will be further upon in the subsequent sections ( Walter et al., 2021). Optimal outcomes can be attained by the selection of a suitable methodology and the implementation of the most fitting therapeutic procedures. To ensure the development of successful tactics that provide improved outcomes, it is crucial to incorporate roleplays, discussions, and the adoption of good eating habits ( Shirodkar, 2019). The utilisation of focus groups and phenomenological research should be increasingly prevalent in order to facilitate the identification of underlying causes of issues and the formulation of efficacious remedies. Conclusion The report results regarding the indigenous population's mental health in Australia are fascinating. The primary goal was to improve the kids' mental health and overall well-being. When this occurs, action must be done immediately to address the problem. The use of a reflective cycle, however, reveals that the outcome was impacted by the ineffectiveness of more conventional methods. This might compromise the validity of the study's results. Without the right approach, which will be described later on, it is impossible to build a respectable dataset in this case. Better results are possible with the right plan of action and the most effective therapeutic methods. The result made it easier to draw the right conclusions. The most reliable results may be expected if the researchers incorporate role-playing, debate, and healthy eating into their research design. Successful study on mental health issues requires a combination of methodologies, including focus groups and phenomenological analysis. I gained a better 7 | P a g e

understanding of the problem at hand and made some educated assumptions about the causes that may lead to better outcomes as a consequence of this introspective exercise. The results of the study will not help until they are applied in rehabilitation centres. 8 | P a g e

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