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Towards a personal control/uncontrol balance.

S D Moch1

  • 1School of Nursing, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis.

Journal of Advanced Nursing
|January 1, 1988
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Western healthcare emphasizes personal control, but nursing theory suggests balancing control and lack of control (uncontrol) is key. Interventions for both personal control and uncontrol can improve patient health based on individual needs.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Theory
  • Health Psychology
  • Cultural Studies in Healthcare

Background:

  • Western cultures, including healthcare, predominantly feature a personal control paradigm.
  • This theme is reflected in health-related language, common diseases, and treatment approaches.
  • Nursing practice and theory advocate for a balance between personal control and personal uncontrol.