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Group dream work: a holistic resource for oncology nurses
Marlene Zichi Cohen1, Mickey Bumbaugh
1School of Nursing, University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston, TX, USA. marlene.z.cohen@uth.tmc.edu
Oncology Nursing Forum
|July 15, 2004
Summary
Nurses engaging in dream work reported enhanced self-understanding and improved coping skills. This holistic approach offers subtle yet valuable benefits for nurses in their personal and professional lives.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Nursing Studies
- Holistic Health
Background:
- Oncology nurses face unique stressors impacting personal and professional life.
- Self-understanding and problem-solving are crucial for effective nursing practice.
- Holistic interventions are increasingly explored to support healthcare professionals.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate dream work as a method for nurses to enhance self-awareness.
- To explore the potential of dream work in improving problem-solving abilities for nurses.
- To assess the value of dream work in nurses' personal and professional development.
Main Methods:
- Hermeneutic phenomenological, descriptive, and interpretive research design.
- Qualitative interviews conducted with six oncology nurses before and after an eight-week dream work group.
- Phenomenological analysis of verbatim interview transcriptions.
Main Results:
- Nurses reported increased value in participating in dream groups.
- Participants experienced more open discussions regarding feelings and death.
- Dream work facilitated better management of difficult situations and present-moment patient care.
Conclusions:
- Attending to dreams offers subtle but significant value for nurses.
- Dream work can be a holistic intervention to improve job satisfaction and communication.
- This approach may positively impact nurse-patient relationships, especially during nursing shortages.