Assignment 4.1: Transitions Theory

Assignment 4.1: Transitions Theory

Assignment Guidelines

Consider a transition you are personally engaged in now. Write a brief paper addressing the following items:

• Identify the characteristics of the transition that you have observed, as defined in transitions theory.
• Analyze the changes that you are experiencing because of the transition.
• Analyze personal, community, and societal conditions that may have influenced the transition that you are experiencing (list influences such as cultural beliefs and attitudes, socioeconomic status, and level of preparation that have affected your approach to the transition).
• Review your responses to the transition and consider the outcome of the personal transition in the first question. What would facilitate successful outcomes to the transition? What might inhibit successful outcomes?

Your paper should be two to three pages long (not including the title page or reference page) and use correct APA (7th edition) formatting. Cite at least one source, and you are welcome to utilize sources outside of this week’s readings.

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Transitions Theory
Transitions theory addresses the human experiences, responses, and the impact of
transitions on individuals’ wellbeing. The transitions framework nursing enables individuals to
undergo healthy transitions, particularly mastering behaviors, emotions, indicators, and symbols
related to the new role and identity, to promote healthy outcomes (Yayla, 2019). The concepts of
transitions theory include types and patterns of transitions, elements of transition experiences,
conditions of transition, process indicators, outcome indicators, and nursing interventions. This
paper seeks to describe my transition, including characteristics of the transition, changes
experienced, and conditions influencing the transition.
Observed Characteristics of Transition
One of my current transitions is situational and touches on becoming an adult, where I am
transitioning from living with my parents to living alone. Characteristics of the transition process
include awareness, engagement, time span, change and difference, and critical points and
milestones (Lindmark et al., 2019). Some of the characteristics of transition that I have identified
in my transition include awareness, engagement, and time span. Awareness refers to the
perception, knowledge, and acknowledgment of a transition experience (Lindmark et al., 2019).
In my transition, I am well–versed in moving out and living alone and the things I need to do for
successful adulating such as taking responsibility. I have acknowledged that I will be making
decisions independently and that I will be entirely responsible for my actions. Besides, I am
aware of the emotional, social, and financial changes of living independently.
Engagement is the level to which an individual shows involvement in the transition
process. The degree of awareness is thought to impact the degree of engagement since
engagement may not occur without awareness (Munck et al., 2018). My awareness of the

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changes involved in moving out has made me engage more in the transition process, including
learning how to manage my finances, handle stress, and keep strong social interactions. I have
identified a time span in my transition where in the beginning, I was unstable and felt confused
and distressed. The anticipation of moving out and changes made me anxious. However, I have
gradually moved to a period of stability whereby I have confidence in my capacity to make
independent decisions.
Changes I am Experiencing Because of the Transition
The changes I have experienced from the transition include personal, social, emotional,
and financial changes. Personal changes include being more confident in my decisions and
increased self–esteem and self–reliance (Hanna et al., 2018). When I identify a way to solve or
overcome challenges and achieve my ambitions, my self–confidence and self–esteem increase
greatly. Social changes include having fewer interactions with my parents and having a sense of
disconnectedness from them. However, I have more social interactions with my friends since
there is more interaction time. The transition has affected my emotional wellbeing since I feel
less secure than in my parents’ house. Financial changes have been significant in the transition
since my parent are no longer providing for my needs and living expenses (Hanna et al., 2018).
However, I have acquired some financial management skills. I have found a way to budget my
finances on the different expenditures, including rent, utilities, transport, groceries, medical
expenses, and insurance policies.

Personal, Community, and Societal Conditions Influencing the Transition
The personal, community, and societal meanings associated with events leading to a
transition and the transition process may ease or deter a healthy transition. Personal conditions
that have influenced my transition include my socioeconomic status, which has facilitated a

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healthy transition from having adequate finances to meet my needs (Yayla, 2019). The level of
preparation before moving out, such as getting a comfortable house and creating budgets, also
eased the transition. Community conditions that influenced a healthy transition include the
availability of safe neighborhoods with furnished houses (Yayla, 2019). The safe housing has
eased my insecurity and has made my transition smooth. Furthermore, societal conditions such
as the lack of stigmatization of young people living alone have facilitated my transition since I
easily moved to a house without concerns about my marital status.
The Outcome of the Personal Transition
A successful outcome to the transition would be facilitated by mastering crucial skills for
living alone. The skills include financial management, stress–relieving, and housework skills
(Hanna et al., 2018). Besides, acquiring behaviors required to manage the new situation and
environments would ease the transition. For instance, being decisive, creative, confident, and
situated would lead to a healthy transition. On the other hand, some factors may inhibit
successful outcomes, including low self–esteem, lack of confidence, over–reliance on others in
decision–making, lack of coping skills, inadequate preparation.
Conclusion
Transitions theory centers on the human experiences, responses, and the influence of
transition on a person’s wellbeing. Nurses can use the theory to ensure a patient can effectively
cope with the changes they undergo in health and environment and help them function to their
maximum capacities. Characteristics of the transition process include awareness, engagement,
time span, change and difference, and critical points and milestones. I have experienced
personal, social, emotional, and financial changes in my transition from living with my parents to
living alone.

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