Table 3.

List of Analysis Codes and Categories

Purpose of the study	Analysis categories	Themes
Process of learning AT	Initiation to AT	Needing to take action on an aspect of their well-being
		Openness to complementary approaches
	Ownership of AT	Guidance from the nurse
		Personal adaptations to overcome barriers to practice	Environment
			Daily living
			Exercises
		Regular practice
		Rapid observation of benefits
	The benefits of AT practice on wellness	The coping self	Ability to handle stressful situations
			Resumption of certain leisure activities
			Awareness of personal capabilities
		The social self	Development of social relationships
		The creative self	Ability to regulate thoughts and emotions
			Openness to positive things and events
			Perception of control
		The essential self	Self-care exercises
		The physical self	Resumption of physical exercise

AT Autogenic training