The die has been cast? Rediscovering the essence of psychiatric nursing

British Journal of Nursing : BJN
John Cutcliffe

Abstract

Examination of the international literature that focuses on the historical 'developments' in psychiatric nursing shows a 'back and forth' shift in emphasis from interpersonal/therapy-based models to a concentration on pathophysiology, pharmacology and biological causation. Within this context, a number of ontological questions appear with conspicuous regularity and these are worthwhile considerations as they are tied to the very nature of psychiatric nursing. Examination of the relevant literature reflects this historical duality and indicates the existence of (at least) two versions of psychiatric nurse, each with a distinct emphasis. Given this documented duality, it is the duty of each nurse to ask themselves: What type of psychiatric nurse am I? What type do I want to be and what type would I want participating in the care of someone I love? Consequently, this article draws on bodies of literature pertaining to the extent of mental health problems, the views of mental health service users, and the different types of psychiatric nurse, in order to assist nurses in considering these questions. In the light of the clear emphasis evident within contemporary mental health policy and psychiatric nursing curricula, the article con...Continue Reading

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Oct 17, 2012·International Journal of Mental Health Nursing·John CutcliffeRichard Lakeman
Apr 12, 2011·International Journal of Mental Health Nursing·Brenda Happell, John R Cutcliffe
Jun 3, 2011·International Journal of Nursing Studies·John R Cutcliffe, Hugh P McKenna
Jan 15, 2015·Nurse Education in Practice·Claire A Evans, Peter Kevern
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