Positioning Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing as a Transformative Force in Health Care
Sebastian Gabrielsson, Hanna Tuvesson, Lena Wiklund Gustin, Henrika Jormfeldt
Abstract
From the perspective of psychiatric and mental health nurses in Sweden, this discussion paper aims to position psychiatric and mental health nursing as a transformative force contributing to enforcing person-centered values and practices in health care. We argue the potential impact of psychiatric and mental health nursing on service user health and recovery, nursing student education and values, and the organization and management of health care. Psychiatric and mental health nursing is discussed as a caring, reflective, and therapeutic practice that promotes recovery and health. Implications for nursing education, research, management, and practice are outlined.
Topics & Concepts
Transformative learningNursingMental healthOccupational health nursingNurse educationPerspective (graphical)Mental health nursingHealth careHealth educationMedicinePsychologyPsychiatryPublic healthPolitical sciencePedagogyArtificial intelligenceLawComputer scienceMental Health and Patient InvolvementGeriatric Care and Nursing HomesMental Health Treatment and Access