Exploring Lived Experiences of Individuals with Glaucoma in zimbabwe

1. Introduction 1.1 Background of the Study 1.2 Research Objectives 1.3 Significance of the Study 2. Literature Review 2.1 Overview of Glaucoma 2.2 Previous Studies in Africa 2.3 Theoretical Frameworks 3. Research Methodology 3.1 Research Design 3.2 Data Collection Methods 3.3 Data Analysis Procedures 3.4 Ethical Considerations 4. Demographic Context of Zimbabwe 4.1 Population Overview 4.2 Healthcare Infrastructure 4.3 Visual Health Services 5. Lived Experiences of Individuals 5.1 Daily Challenges with Glaucoma 5.2 Coping Strategies 5.3 Support Systems 6. Community and Cultural Influences 6.1 Role of Community in Healthcare 6.2 Cultural Beliefs and Practices 6.3 Stigma and Social Impacts 7. Healthcare Provider Perspectives 7.1 Challenges in Diagnosis and Treatment 7.2 Resource Availability 7.3 Training and Education 8. Implications and Recommendations 8.1 Policy Implications 8.2 Recommendations for Practitioners 8.3 Directions for Future Research