Table 4 Themes and sub-themes categorized from data
Themes | Definition | Subthemes |
|---|---|---|
Internal Factors | This theme included the attitudes and behaviours that participants could subjectively determine among the promotion factors of PTG. | • Self-affirmation • Deliberate Rumination Psychological adjustment Downward comparison • Cognitive Restructuring Mental restructuring Environmental restructuring Content restructuring |
External Factors | This theme included the part of the promotion factors of PTG in which the participant’s situation was influenced by others or environment. | • Social Support Family Support Organizational Support Peer Support • Transformational Leadership • Role Modelling |