Journal of Holistic Nursing
Scope & Guideline
Exploring the future of holistic nursing education.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Holistic Health Practices:
The journal focuses on holistic approaches to health care, including complementary and alternative medicine, mindfulness, meditation, and other integrative therapies that address the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of patients. - Nursing Education and Competency:
It emphasizes the importance of holistic nursing education, exploring methods to enhance nursing students' competencies in providing holistic care, including self-care practices and the integration of spirituality in nursing. - Cultural Competence and Diversity:
The journal addresses the need for culturally competent care, highlighting research that explores the experiences of diverse populations, including marginalized groups, and the role of cultural factors in holistic healthcare. - Mental Health and Well-Being:
A significant focus is placed on mental health, examining the relationships between holistic practices and psychological well-being, resilience, and stress management among healthcare providers and patients. - Innovative Nursing Interventions:
The journal publishes studies on innovative nursing interventions that promote holistic care, such as art therapy, music therapy, and mindfulness practices, contributing to the body of knowledge on effective nursing practices.
Trending and Emerging
- Mindfulness and Self-Care:
There is a significant trend towards research on mindfulness and self-care practices among nurses and healthcare providers, highlighting their importance in enhancing well-being and preventing burnout in high-stress environments. - Integrative and Complementary Therapies:
The journal is increasingly publishing studies on integrative therapies, such as Reiki, aromatherapy, and music therapy, reflecting a growing interest in alternative approaches to enhance patient care and outcomes. - Spiritual Care and Well-Being:
Research focusing on spiritual care practices and their impact on patient outcomes is on the rise, indicating an enhanced recognition of spirituality's role in holistic nursing. - Cultural and Social Determinants of Health:
Emerging themes include the exploration of cultural and social determinants of health, emphasizing the need for culturally competent care and the integration of diverse perspectives in holistic nursing practices. - Impact of Technology and Telehealth:
There is an increasing focus on the role of technology and telehealth in providing holistic care, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has accelerated the adoption of digital health solutions.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Biomedical Approaches:
There seems to be a waning interest in purely biomedical approaches to nursing, as the journal increasingly emphasizes holistic and integrative practices that consider the whole person rather than solely focusing on physical symptoms. - Generalized Nursing Practices:
Research focusing on generalized nursing practices without a holistic lens is becoming less common, suggesting a shift towards more specialized and integrative approaches that align with the core mission of holistic nursing. - Historical Perspectives in Nursing:
There is a noticeable decline in research addressing historical perspectives of nursing practices, indicating a potential pivot towards contemporary issues and innovations in holistic care. - Philosophical and Theoretical Frameworks:
The exploration of philosophical and theoretical frameworks in nursing, while still relevant, appears to be less emphasized in recent publications, with a greater focus on practical applications and empirical studies.
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