Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention

Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention (아시아태평양암예방학회)
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Spiritual Care for Cancer Patients in Iran

  • Memaryan, Nadereh (Community Medicine, Center of Excellence in psychiatry, School of Behavioral Sciences and Mental Health, Iran University of Medical Science) ;
  • Jolfaei, Atefeh Ghanbari (Department of Psychiatry, School of Behavioral Sciences and Mental Health, Iran University of Medical Science) ;
  • Ghaempanah, Zeinab (The office of Islamic studies in Mental Health, School of Behavioral Sciences and Mental Health, Iran University of Medical Science) ;
  • Shirvani, Armin (School of Medical Education, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Office of Healthcare Standards and Clinical Guidelines, Ministry of Health) ;
  • Vand, Hoda Doos Ali (Department of Clinical Psychology, School of Behavioral Sciences and Mental Health, Iran University of Medical Science) ;
  • Ghahari, Shahrbanoo (Department of Mental Health, School of Behavioral Sciences and Mental Health, Iran University of Medical Science) ;
  • Bolhari, Jafar (Department of Psychiatry, School of Behavioral Sciences and Mental Health, Iran University of Medical Science)
  • Published : 2016.09.01
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Abstract

Background: Studies have shown that a return to spirituality is a major coping response in cancer patients so that therapists can adopt a holistic approach by addressing spirituality in their patient care. The present study was conducted to develop a guideline in the spiritual field for healthcare providers who serve cancer patients in Iran. Materials and Methods: Relevant statements were extracted from scientific documents that through study questions were reviewed and modified by a consensus panel. Results: The statements were arranged in six areas, including spiritual needs assessment, spiritual care candidates, the main components of spiritual care, spiritual care providers, the settings of spiritual care and the resources and facilities for spiritual care. Conclusions: In addition to the development and preparation of these guidelines, health policy-makers should also seek to motivate and train health service providers to offer these services and facilitate their provision and help with widespread implementation.

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Acknowledgement

Grant : developing a clinical guideline for the spiritual care of cancer patients

Supported by : Iran University of Medical Sciences

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