HOLISTIC NURSING CARE IN MENTAL HEALTH SETTINGS: A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES

Author Name: 1. Rehana Banoo

Volume/Issue: 05/06

Country: India

DOI NO.: 08.2020-25662434 DOI Link: https://doi-ds.org/doilink/12.2024-81455235/UIJIR

Affiliation:

1. Junior Staff Nurse, Govt Nursing College Doda, GMC Doda, Jammu and Kashmir, India.

ABSTRACT

Holistic nursing care in mental health settings emphasizes the integration of mind, body, and spirit to promote overall well-being. This comprehensive review explores various integrative therapies that enhance traditional mental health interventions, focusing on the efficacy and application of holistic approaches. Key modalities, such as mindfulness-based practices, art therapy, yoga, and herbal medicine, are examined for their roles in alleviating symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma-related disorders. The review synthesizes current research findings, highlighting the physiological and psychological benefits of these therapies, as well as their potential to foster resilience and improve quality of life. Furthermore, it discusses the importance of a patient-centered approach, advocating for the inclusion of patients’ preferences and cultural considerations in care plans. By embracing a holistic framework, mental health practitioners can address the complex needs of individuals, promoting a more comprehensive treatment model that extends beyond symptom management to facilitate profound healing and personal growth. This review underscores the necessity for ongoing education and collaboration among healthcare providers to effectively implement these integrative therapies in clinical practice, ultimately contributing to the evolution of holistic mental health care. Holistic nursing care is an essential component of comprehensive mental health care. This comprehensive review aims to synthesize the existing literature on holistic nursing care in mental health settings, with a focus on integrative therapies. A systematic search of major databases, including PubMed, CINAHL, and PsycINFO, yielded 30 studies that met the inclusion criteria. The findings suggest that holistic nursing care, including integrative therapies such as mindfulness, meditation, and yoga, can have a positive impact on mental health outcomes, including reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression, improved sleep quality, and enhanced overall well-being. Additionally, the review highlights the importance of nurse-patient relationships, therapeutic communication, and empathy in providing holistic care. The implications of this review are that holistic nursing care, including integrative therapies, should be integrated into standard mental health care practices to promote comprehensive and patient-centered care. Future research should focus on exploring the mechanisms by which holistic nursing care exerts its effects and identifying the most effective integrative therapies for specific mental health conditions.

Key words: Holistic nursing care, Mental health settings, Integrative therapies, Mindfulness-based interventions, Meditation and yoga.