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When nurses cry

R Davidhizar

    Today'S OR Nurse
    |January 1, 1993
    PubMed
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    Nurses often face grief and death, increasing crying vulnerability. While societal bias discourages crying, controlled emotional expression can offer therapeutic benefits and support in nursing.

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    Area of Science:

    • Nursing
    • Psychology
    • Emotional Health

    Background:

    • Nurses frequently encounter emotionally challenging situations like grief and death.
    • Societal and cultural biases often stigmatize crying, leading nurses to suppress emotions.
    • Despite increased openness in nursing towards emotional expression, control is still expected.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the phenomenon of crying among nurses.
    • To examine the impact of societal biases on nurses' emotional expression.
    • To understand the therapeutic potential of crying and genuine emotion in nursing.

    Main Methods:

    • Qualitative analysis of nurses' experiences with crying.
    • Exploration of societal and cultural influences on emotional display in nursing.

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  • Review of the role of emotional expression in therapeutic support.

    • Main Results:

    • Nurses experience increased vulnerability to crying due to work-related stressors.
    • Suppression of crying can lead to discomfort and embarrassment.
    • Controlled emotional expression, including crying in selective situations, can be therapeutic.

    Conclusions:

    • Acknowledging and managing emotional responses, including crying, is crucial for nurses' well-being.
    • Selective and genuine emotional expression can enhance therapeutic relationships and patient support.
    • Further research into supporting nurses' emotional health is warranted.