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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.