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German-speaking countries lack nursing theory development, hindering the discipline's scientific autonomy. Revitalizing theoretical discourse is crucial for advancing nursing knowledge and practice.

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Area of Science:

Nursing Science
Health Sciences

Context:

A deficit in nursing theory construction exists in German-speaking regions.
This hinders the nursing discipline's ability to establish an independent theoretical foundation.
The decline in theoretical discourse contrasts with an increase in empirical nursing studies.

Purpose:

To highlight the critical need for nursing theory development in German-speaking countries.
To advocate for the revitalization of theoretical discourse in nursing.
To emphasize the importance of theory construction for the intellectual advancement of the nursing discipline.

Summary:

Nursing theory construction is underdeveloped in German-speaking countries, limiting the discipline's scientific self-determination.
A decline in theoretical discourse since the 1990s, despite rising empirical research, requires urgent attention.
Developing nursing theory necessitates generalizing research findings inductively and incorporating the patient's perspective.
Emerging healthcare challenges like demographic shifts, chronic illness, and patient empowerment must inform theory development.

Impact:

Re-establishing a culture of scholarly discussion is essential for scientific progress in nursing.
Dedicated time for scholars to engage with interdisciplinary research can inspire nursing-specific theory.
Strengthening nursing theory will enhance the discipline's intellectual standing and professional autonomy.