https://www.ajol.info/index.php/ejossah <p>Ethiopian Journal of the Social Sciences and Humanities (EJOSSAH) is a bi-annual publication of the College of Social Sciences, Addis Ababa University. It is a double blind peer-reviewed Journal in English, and it is open to all interested contributors.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> College of Social Sciences, Addis Ababa University en-US Ethiopian Journal of the Social Sciences and Humanities 1810-4487 <p>The College of the Social Sciences of Addis Ababa University owns the copyright of the articles.</p><p>The content is free to read and licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-NoDerivs (CC BY-NC-ND).</p> https://www.ajol.info/index.php/ejossah/article/view/283069 <p><em>The rising incidence of physical injuries from road traffic accidents in developing countries significantly impacts individuals' psychological well-being and social connections. Most existing studies, which are predominantly quantitative, focus on accident causes and prevention methods; they often overlook the lived experiences of victims. This qualitative phenomenological study aimed to delve into the often overlooked experiences and coping strategies of individuals with physical injuries resulting from road accidents, using in-depth interviews with ten participants. Thematic analysis revealed that while support was available from various sources, it was often incomplete and delayed. Additionally, uninformed medical decisions were common, with individuals receiving little explanation about their condition or future treatment. Hospitalization was generally viewed negatively, and coping strategies included support from loved ones and resilience drawn from personal experiences developed during the recovery process. Recognizing these sources of support is crucial for facilitating adaptation and improving overall quality of life. The study highlights the vital role of the social work profession in offering emotional and psychosocial support and improving communication between patients and the medical team to address mental health challenges.</em></p> Betelihem Getachew Zena Berhanu Sisay Messay Gebremariam Kotecho Copyright (c) 2024 2024-11-21 2024-11-21 20 1 1 24