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Wilfred McSherry Books

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Wilfred McSherry is a professor of nursing and a leading researcher in spirituality and healthcare. His work focuses on integrating spiritual care into clinical practice and developing reflective approaches for healthcare professionals.

Known for: Making Sense of Spirituality in Nursing and Health Care Practice: An Interactive Approach

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Making Sense of Spirituality in Nursing and Health Care Practice: An Interactive Approach

Making Sense of Spirituality in Nursing and Health Care Practice: An Interactive Approach

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This book provides an interactive and reflective approach to understanding spirituality within nursing and healthcare practice. It encourages healthcare professionals to explore the meaning of spirituality for both patients and caregivers through case studies and exercises that connect theory to practice.

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Defining Spirituality and Its Relevance to Nursing Practice

In contemporary healthcare, the term ‘spirituality’ is often used loosely, leading to misunderstanding and discomfort. In this opening exploration, I emphasize that spirituality encompasses far more than religion—it refers to the human search for meaning, purpose, connection, and transcendence. Ever...

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Historical and Philosophical Perspectives on Spirituality and Health

Tracing back to the earliest roots of nursing reveals that spiritual care has always been intrinsic to healing practices. Ancient civilizations, religious orders, and early hospitals all saw body and spirit as intertwined. With the rise of scientific medicine, however, spirituality was often sidelin...

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Wilfred McSherry is a professor of nursing and a leading researcher in spirituality and healthcare. His work focuses on integrating spiritual care into clinical practice and developing reflective approaches for healthcare professionals.

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