Table 3 Themes
Main Theme | Sub-themes | |
|---|---|---|
1. Personal Growth & Altruism as Motivators for Volunteering | Personal Growth | Career progression |
Making Amends | ||
New Experiences | ||
Feeling Valued | ||
Enjoyment & Interest | ||
Altruistic Motivations | Contributing to society | |
Previous Mental Health Experience | ||
2. Impact of “doing things” versus “being there” | “Being There” | “Just Chatting” |
New Perspectives | ||
“Doing Things” | Getting Out | |
Giving Advice | ||
1.3. Negotiating Between Professional Role & Friendship | Professional Role | |
Friendship | ||