Future directions of spiritual care where spiritual care providers do not exist: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Spiritual care is a fundamental aspect of palliative care, addressing the emotional, existential, and spiritual needs of patients facing life-threatening illnesses. However, in Thailand, the integration of spiritual care into the healthcare system remains underdeveloped due to the absence of professional spiritual care providers. This study aims to explore potential models and future directions for spiritual care within the palliative care context, focusing on how such care can be provided in the absence of professional spiritual care providers.

Method

This study is a part of the mixed-method project Shoulders to Cry on: Care for spirituality when spiritual care providers do not exist, aimed at exploring spiritual care in settings without professional providers

SUBMITTER: Meeprasertsagool N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11744905 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature