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Caring Science or Science of Caring.
Marian C Turkel1, Jean Watson2, Joseph Giovannoni3
11 Associate Professor, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing, Florida Atlantic University, FL, USA.
Nursing Science Quarterly
|December 14, 2017
Summary
This study clarifies the distinct meanings of caring science and the science of caring. It synthesizes literature to define these terms and proposes a future direction for caring science inquiry.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- 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."
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