Spirituality in Healthcare: Perspectives for Innovative Practice

Spirituality in Healthcare: Perspectives for Innovative Practice
ISBN-10
3030044203
ISBN-13
9783030044206
Category
Medical
Pages
223
Language
English
Published
2019-05-17
Publisher
Springer
Authors
Fiona Timmins, SĂ­lvia Caldeira

Description

This book provides a condensed but comprehensive up-to-date overview of spirituality and its application to health care. The need for healthcare workers to provide spiritual care or meet patients’ spiritual needs is gaining increasing importance in nursing and midwifery policy at local, national and international level. Internationally, there is a growing belief in spirituality as a valid dimension of care. The book highlights a range of examples and case studies facilitating the practical application of the recommendations discussed. In addition to presenting new psychological perspectives, various activities throughout will encourage readers to form their own opinion on the issues covered. The suggestions for further reading and useful websites will also help readers interested in exploring specific areas in more depth. Combining contributions by authors from various disciplines, the book offers a valuable tool for qualified professional healthcare workers in practice, including nurses, social workers, doctors and chaplains. With its handy format, this practical pocket guide offers a faithful companion for practitioners.

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