Part 1
Discussion 1
Complete the Problem Statement Worksheet
After you have completed, reflect on the following questions and write a 250- to 300-word
response:
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What are some of the key terms used in your purpose statement for your research study?
What are the broad topic areas supported in your research study? How might research of
these topics benefit your field of study?
Part 2
Student Response:
Student Response 1: Student response 1: Review the classmates’ posts and respond to at
least one in a minimum of 250-300 words. Explain why you agree or disagree. Then, share
an example from your professional experience to support your assertions. Must be in
APA Format
This phenomenology study aims to explore the lived experiences of the impact of teleworking on
health administration departments, focusing on understanding its implications for staff and providing
recommendations to synthesize policies to help foster job satisfaction.
According to Bloomberg and Volpe (2019), careful selection of terminology is imperative when
developing a purpose statement to establish a strong alignment with the research methodology. The
utilization of specific terms, such as “explore” and “lived experiences,” directly corresponds to the
framework of a phenomenological study. Phenomenological research depicts personal emotions and
conscious encounters related to specific phenomena, which, in this case, pertains to the challenges
associated with fostering job satisfaction among teleworkers in health administrative roles (CDS,
2023).
Including the term “implications” signifies that the study does not exhibit bias towards teleworking
over other work arrangements. The study’s components must maintain an impartial and nondirectional stance (Bloomberg & Volpe, 2019). Additionally, the purpose statement should yield
practical outcomes for stakeholders in health administration. By employing the terms
“recommendations” and “synthesize,” the study aims to generate actionable findings that
stakeholders can effectively employ in their respective contexts.
The present research study focuses on the augmentation of job satisfaction and organizational
performance, aiming to help understand the impact of teleworking on job satisfaction. Exploring the
influence of teleworking on job satisfaction clarifies factors contributing to employees’ contentment or
discontentment. The empirical findings obtained from this study can develop interventions and
strategies to foster job satisfaction, enhance a favorable work environment, and ultimately improve
overall outcomes associated with employee job satisfaction, including organizational performance
and patient health (Chow et al., 2022; Van Doninck et al., 2023).
According to Chow et al. (2022), despite the limited research on remote work’s efficacy, the growing
demand for teleworking arrangements continues to increase. Additionally, Kim et al. (2021) highlight
that the relationship between adequate supervision and the positive impact of teleworking
arrangements on organizational performance remains inconclusive. Consequently, teleworking’s
influence on organizational performance requires further research for a comprehensive
understanding of the effect of remote work.
References
Bloomberg, L. D. & Volpe, M. (2019). Completing your qualitative dissertation: A road map from
beginning to end (4th ed.). Sage.
Chow, J. S. F., Palamidas, D., Marshall, S., Loomes, W., Snook, S., & Leon, R. (2022). Teleworking
from home experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic among public health workers (TelEx
COVID-19 study). BMC Public Health, 22(1), 674–684. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-022-130310
Kim, T., Mullins, L. B., & Yoon, T. (2021, May 1). Supervision of Telework: A Key to Organizational
Performance. American Review of Public Administration, 51(4), 263–277.
https://doi.org/10.1177/0275074021992058
The University of Phoenix. (2023). College of Doctoral Studies Dissertation Guide.
https://multimedia.phoenix.edu/doctoral-studies/
Van Doninck, D., Pieters, D., Wynen, J., Kleizen, B., Verlinden, S., & Verhoest, K. (2023). Can we
mitigate Covid-19 related work strain among civil servants? Examining the role of organizational
commitment, job autonomy, and workplace social support. Public Performance & Management
Review, 46(1), 113–139. https://doi.org/10.1080/15309576.2022.2123836
Problem Statement Worksheet
The problem in a doctoral dissertation is the most critical component of the study. The problem explains
the rationale and validates the importance of the study. Below are the steps for writing a problem
statement.
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Step 1: Provide background information.
Step 2: State the problem.
Step 3: Provide scholarly support for the problem.
Step 4: Indicate the potential benefit of addressing the problem.
At the end of this guide, you will create your own problem statement.
Sample Problem Statement
Breast cancer and the harsh treatment for the disease affects not only patients but their caretakers. While
caring for a breast cancer patient, caregivers face physical and mental challenges while continuing to
assume significant caretaking responsibilities. Caregiving often becomes a full-time responsibility that can
last for many years. In the instance of a person with breast cancer, their partner is often the primary
caregiver. A majority of caregivers report that caregiving is a burden physically, psychologically,
economically, socially, and personally (LeSeure & Chongkham-ang, 2015). The problem is caregivers
have a demanding and exhausting caretaking schedule, resulting in failure to practice good selfcare (LeSeure & Chongkham-ang, 2015). According to Family Caregiving Alliance (2018) many
caregivers are aware their own good health means providing better care for the patient, but often feel
guilty when choosing themselves first. As a result of failing to take care of themselves, caregivers often
become psychologically and physically ill, reducing the ability to care for their ailing partner (LeSeure &
Chongkham-ang, 2015). Gaining caregivers’ perspectives on barriers preventing good self-care could
lead to the development of interventions and resources for caregivers to begin practicing good self-care.
Breaking It Down Step by Step
Provide Background Information
Briefly introduce the problem to provide context for the reader.
Example: Breast cancer and the harsh treatment for the disease affects not only patients but their
caretakers. While caring for a breast cancer patient, caregivers face physical and mental challenges while
continuing to assume significant caretaking responsibilities. Caregiving often becomes a full-time
responsibility that can last for many years. In the instance of a person with breast cancer, their partner is
often the primary caregiver. A majority of caregivers report caregiving is a burden physically,
psychologically, economically, socially, and personally (LeSeure & Chongkham-ang, 2015).
State the Problem
State the problem, including the consequence(s) of the problem. Remember: Without a consequence,
you don’t have a problem; you have a situation.
The problem is [state the problem], resulting in [state the consequence].
Example: The problem is caregivers have a demanding and exhausting caretaking schedule, resulting in
failure to practice good self-care (LeSeure & Chongkham-ang, 2015).
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Provide Scholarly Support for the Problem
Support the problem with literature illustrating the consequences of the problem.
Example: According to Family Caregiving Alliance (2018), many caregivers are aware their own good
health means providing better care for the patient, but often feel guilty when choosing themselves first. As
a result of failing to take care of themselves, caregivers often become psychologically and physically ill,
reducing the ability to care for their ailing partner (LeSeure & Chongkham-ang, 2015).
Indicate the Potential Benefit of Addressing the Problem
Indicate potential benefits to people, organizations, society, etc. of addressing the problem.
Example: Gaining caregivers’ perspectives on barriers preventing good self-care could lead to the
development of interventions and resources for caregivers to begin practicing good self-care.
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Problem Statement Worksheet
Now it’s your turn. Create your problem statement!
Provide Background Information
Example: Breast cancer and the harsh treatment for the disease affects not only patients but their
caretakers. While caring for a breast cancer patient, caregivers face physical and mental challenges while
continuing to assume significant caretaking responsibilities. Caregiving often becomes a full-time
responsibility that can last for many years. In the instance of a person with breast cancer, their partner is
often the primary caregiver. A majority of caregivers report caregiving is a burden physically,
psychologically, economically, socially, and personally (LeSeure & Chongkham-ang, 2015).
Briefly provide background to provide context for the reader. Start your answer on a new line.
State the Problem
Example: The problem is caregivers have a demanding and exhausting caretaking schedule resulting in
failure to practice good self-care (LeSeure & Chongkham-ang, 2015).
State the problem, including the consequence(s) of the problem. Remember: Without a consequence,
you don’t have a problem, you have a situation.
The problem is [enter problem here], resulting in [enter consequence here].
Provide Scholarly Support for the Problem
Example: According to Family Caregiving Alliance (2018), many caregivers are aware their own good
health means providing better care for the patient, but often feel guilty when choosing themselves first. As
a result of failing to take care of themselves, caregivers often become psychologically and physically ill,
reducing the ability to care for their ailing partner (LeSeure & Chongkham-ang, 2015).
Support the problem with literature illustrating the consequences of the problem. Start your answer on a
new line.
Indicate the Potential Benefit of Addressing the Problem
Example: Gaining caregivers’ perspectives on barriers preventing good self-care could lead to the
development of interventions and resources for caregivers to begin practicing good self-care.
Indicate potential benefits to people, organizations, society, etc. for addressing the problem. Start your
answer on a new line.
Putting It All Together
Now…write your problem statement in paragraph form. Start your answer on a new line.
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