International Journal of Holistic and Spiritual Care is an academic journal that focuses on the study and development of healthcare practices involving a holistic and spiritual approach. The journal publishes research and articles exploring the relationship between traditional medical care and spiritual elements in healing, as well as how these aspects interact to provide more comprehensive care for patients. The journal aims to provide a platform for researchers, healthcare practitioners, and academics to explore more integrated ways of approaching human health, encompassing physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual dimensions.
Scope of the Journal
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Holistic Approaches to Healthcare: This journal includes articles that discuss approaches prioritizing the care of the whole patient, not just focusing on the treatment of physical ailments. It covers care that considers the interactions between body, mind, and spirit.
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Integration of Spirituality in Medical Practice: Articles examining how spiritual aspects can be integrated into medical practice, both in conventional and alternative medicine. This includes research assessing the benefits of spirituality in patient recovery, both mentally and emotionally.
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Mental Health and Spirituality: The journal explores the connection between mental health and spirituality, and how both can mutually support the healing and recovery process. Research on the role of spirituality in addressing mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and stress is a significant part of this journal's scope.
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Integrated and Interdisciplinary Care Models: The journal includes articles discussing integrated healthcare models involving various disciplines, such as medicine, psychology, and theology, with the goal of achieving a deeper and more comprehensive healing process for patients.
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Ethics in Holistic and Spiritual Care: Discussions on the ethical aspects of applying holistic and spiritual care, including the challenges faced by practitioners in integrating spirituality into medical contexts, which are often secular or based on scientific knowledge.
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Education and Training of Professionals in Holistic and Spiritual Care: The journal also covers articles that address the importance of education and training for medical professionals, nurses, and others in understanding and implementing holistic and spiritual care in their daily practices.
With its broad range of topics, the International Journal of Holistic and Spiritual Care seeks to enrich the understanding and practice of healthcare that not only focuses on physical healing but also addresses the spiritual and emotional needs of individuals.
