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Toward Understanding Through Hermeneutic Letterwriting.
Linda Nyholm1, Lisbet Nyström1, Unni Å Lindström1
11 Department of Caring Science, Åbo Akademi University, Vaasa, Finland.
Nursing Science Quarterly
|March 24, 2018
Summary
This study introduces hermeneutic letterwriting, a novel dialogue-based research method inspired by Gadamer. It offers a new way to explore complex caring science issues and deepen understanding through written dialogue.
Area of Science:
- Caring Science
- Research Methodology
- Philosophy of Science
Background:
- The hermeneutical research tradition in caring science seeks methodological development.
- Hans-Georg Gadamer's philosophical hermeneutics provides a foundation for new research approaches.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present letterwriting as a hermeneutic research method.
- To contribute to the methodological development within caring science research.
- To explore the potential of written dialogue for unveiling truth in caring science.
Main Methods:
- Hermeneutic letterwriting is conceptualized as a dialogue in writing.
- The method is inspired by Hans-Georg Gadamer's hermeneutic philosophy.
- Hermeneutic letterwriting is presented in five distinct steps.
Main Results:
- Letterwriting functions as a hermeneutic research method.
- This method facilitates the unveiling of truth through language.
- The approach is suitable for complex issues within caring science.
Conclusions:
- Hermeneutic letterwriting offers new opportunities for understanding the world of caring.
- It provides a valuable addition to the methodological toolkit in caring science.
- The method promotes a deeper, dialogical engagement with complex phenomena.
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