The current status of "spirituality and health" teaching in Brazilian medical schools: a nationwide survey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Recent data on the teaching of "spirituality and health" (S/H) in medical schools are needed. In this study, we aimed to investigate the current status of S/H teaching in Brazilian medical schools, the opinions of medical directors/deans on this topic and the factors associated with its incorporation into the curriculum.

Methods

A nationwide cross-sectional survey was carried out in 2021. Information concerning the S/H content in the curricula of medical schools was obtained through medical school representatives and other sources. Medical school representatives were asked about their opinions of and barriers to S/H teaching. Regression models were used to evaluate the factors associated with the incorporation of such content into the curriculum.

Results

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SUBMITTER: Lucchetti G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10029158 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature