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  • Philosophy of Science

Background:

  • The terms "caring science" and "science of caring" are frequently used interchangeably, despite having distinct meanings.
  • This ambiguity can hinder the precise development and understanding of caring scholarship.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To synthesize scholarly literature defining "caring science" and "science of caring."
  • To present the authors' perspective on the language used within caring science.
  • To advance the epistemology and ontology of caring through scholarly discourse.

Main Methods:

  • Literature synthesis and scholarly review.
  • Conceptual analysis of existing definitions.
  • Philosophical inquiry into the nature of caring.

Main Results:

  • "Caring science" and "science of caring" possess unique conceptual and theoretical underpinnings.
  • "Caring science" is presented as a field that advances the understanding of caring's epistemology and ontology.
  • The authors advocate for a specific linguistic framework within caring science.

Conclusions:

  • Clear differentiation between "caring science" and "science of caring" is essential for scholarly advancement.
  • The proposed perspective on caring science language aims to refine future research and practice.
  • The future of caring science is envisioned as "unitary caring science."