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Self-esteem: a closer look at clinical interventions.
International Journal of Nursing Studies
|January 1, 1985
Summary
This study highlights the crucial role of self-esteem in health and well-being. It provides nurses with practical interventions to enhance client self-esteem across various healthcare settings.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Psychology
- Health Sciences
Background:
- Self-esteem, a positive self-regard, is vital for mental and physical health.
- Despite its importance, self-esteem is often neglected in nursing literature and practice.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the antecedents of self-esteem.
- To identify factors that enhance nurses' therapeutic impact on client self-concept.
- To provide specific nursing interventions for improving and maintaining client self-esteem.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of existing research on self-esteem antecedents.
- Compilation of factors influencing self-esteem.
- Development of targeted nursing interventions.
- Correlation of interventions with effective healthcare settings.
Main Results:
- Identified key factors that facilitate positive self-concept in clients.
- Developed a list of practical nursing interventions for self-esteem enhancement.
- Matched interventions to appropriate clinical settings for maximum efficacy.
Conclusions:
- Nursing interventions can significantly improve client self-esteem.
- A practical, adaptable approach to self-esteem enhancement is essential in clinical practice.
- Addressing self-esteem is crucial for holistic patient care and recovery.