Palliative & Supportive Care
Scope & Guideline
Exploring Innovations in Palliative Support
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary approaches to palliative care:
The journal emphasizes research that integrates various disciplines such as medicine, psychology, social work, and spiritual care, reflecting the holistic nature of palliative care. - Patient and caregiver experiences:
A significant focus is placed on understanding the lived experiences of patients and caregivers, including their emotional, psychological, and social challenges during the course of serious illnesses. - Cultural and ethical considerations:
The journal addresses how cultural contexts and ethical dilemmas impact palliative care practices, aiming to promote culturally sensitive approaches. - Innovative therapeutic interventions:
Research on new therapeutic modalities, including psychological, pharmacological, and alternative therapies, is a key area, with a focus on their effectiveness in managing symptoms and improving quality of life. - Education and training in palliative care:
The journal highlights the importance of education and training for healthcare providers, aiming to improve competencies in delivering high-quality palliative care. - Policy and advocacy in palliative care:
Research that informs policy changes and advocates for the rights of patients receiving palliative care is also a core component, aiming to influence healthcare systems positively.
Trending and Emerging
- Psychosocial and emotional support:
There is an increasing emphasis on the psychological and emotional well-being of both patients and caregivers, with research exploring interventions that address mental health needs. - Integration of spirituality in care:
Emerging studies focus on the integration of spiritual care within palliative practices, recognizing its significance in enhancing quality of life for patients with serious illnesses. - Telehealth and digital interventions:
The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated interest in telehealth and digital solutions for delivering palliative care, including virtual consultations and remote support systems. - Cultural competence and diversity:
Research is increasingly highlighting the need for cultural competence in palliative care, addressing the diverse needs of populations and advocating for tailored approaches. - Interprofessional collaboration:
There is a growing trend towards interdisciplinary collaboration in palliative care, with research focusing on the roles of various healthcare professionals working together to improve patient outcomes. - Advance care planning and decision-making:
Emerging themes include the importance of advance care planning and shared decision-making processes, particularly in complex healthcare environments.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional medical models of care:
There is a noticeable decrease in research emphasizing purely traditional medical approaches to end-of-life care, as the field increasingly embraces holistic and patient-centered models. - Single-disease focus:
Research papers that concentrate solely on specific diseases without considering the broader context of palliative care are becoming less common, indicating a shift towards more integrative and comprehensive care approaches. - Static palliative care protocols:
There is a waning interest in rigid, non-adaptive palliative care protocols that do not account for individual patient needs or preferences, as the focus shifts towards personalized care. - Exclusively quantitative studies:
The journal has seen a decline in purely quantitative studies that lack qualitative insights, as the value of understanding patient narratives and experiences gains prominence. - Limited engagement with community resources:
Research that does not explore the role of community resources and support systems in palliative care is becoming less prevalent, reflecting a growing recognition of the importance of community involvement.
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