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Narrative interaction: creating a space for therapeutic communication

M Canales1

  • 1University of Wisconsin--Madison, School of Nursing, USA. mcanales@students.wisc.edu

Issues in Mental Health Nursing
|November 18, 1997
PubMed
Summary

This article examines how ethnic appearance affects nurse-client interactions for Chicanas and other ethnic minority women. Narrative interaction is proposed as a therapeutic method for nurses to understand diverse patient experiences.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing
  • Sociology
  • Psychology

Background:

  • Ethnic appearance significantly impacts nurse-client encounters, particularly for Chicanas and other ethnic minority women.
  • These women often face 'double jeopardy,' experiencing devaluation due to both gender and ethnicity.
  • Societal stereotypes and myths shape perceptions based on ethnic appearance, affecting identity and well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the influence of ethnic appearance on the nurse-client relationship.
  • To examine the mental health consequences of 'double jeopardy' for ethnic minority women.
  • To propose narrative interaction as a therapeutic communication strategy.

Main Methods:

  • Theoretical analysis drawing on research from nursing, counseling psychology, and sociology.

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  • Exploration of the concept of 'double jeopardy' in the context of ethnic appearance.
  • Advocacy for narrative interaction as a means of understanding patient perspectives.

    • Main Results:

    • Ethnic appearance can create barriers and influence the dynamics of the nurse-client encounter.
    • The experience of 'double jeopardy' has significant mental health implications.
    • Narrative interaction offers a pathway for nurses to gain deeper insights into patients' lives and experiences.

    Conclusions:

    • Nurses must recognize and address the impact of ethnic appearance in their practice.
    • Understanding the lived experiences of ethnic minority women is crucial for effective care.
    • Narrative interaction facilitates a more patient-centered and culturally sensitive approach to nursing.