A Study on the Subjectivity of Organ Donation for Adults

Background/Objectives: The purpose of this study is to understand subjective structures of subjectivity on organ donation by using of Q method, draw up plans to promote positive perceptions by each type and utilize a basic material to provide authentic ways for activating organ donation.

Method/Statistical Analysis: To collect non-structured statements, a population was extracted by use of materials such as literatures and news articles and interviews, then finalized 32 Q samples. These were distributed final 33 p samples via Q sorting procedures and analysed the results throughout Q factors analysis.

Findings: Subjectivity of organ donation was finally verified 4 types and explained 59.2% of total variables. The power of explanation by type was 40.3% for the 1^st type, 10.6% for the 2^nd type, 4.8% for the 3^rd type and 3.5% for the 4^th type. Among 33 participants, 18 for 1^st type, 6 for the 2^nd type, 6 for the 3^rd type and 3 for the 4^th type was distributed. Each type was shown as a type for social public interest-oriented donors, a reluctant type for donating their conviction, a passive type for donating organs and a type for donating organs after their death recognition.

Improvements/Applications: This study will be helpful and useful in drawing up plans for promoting positive perceptions depending upon individual subjectivity of organ donation and utilizing basic materials to provide realistic ways for activating organ donation.