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Trends in Publication of Spirituality/Religiosity Articles in Critical Care Populations

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Research on spirituality and religion (S/R) is receiving more attention as healthcare staff recognize the importance of treating the whole person. This is especially pertinent in critical care, where patients and families deal with a multitude of issues. As not all research comes exclusively from theologically educated authors, this study explored publication trends of S/R articles in critical care. Findings indicated medically credentialed professionals, not chaplains and/or pastoral care staff, constituted the majority of authors in S/R articles.

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  1. Department of Preventive Medicine and Public Health, KU School of Medicine-Wichita, 1010 N. Kansas, Wichita, KS, 67214, USA

    Gina M. Berg, Robin E. Crowe & Bryant Wong

  2. Department of Pastoral Care and Education, Wesley Medical Center, 550 N. Hillside, Wichita, KS, 67214, USA

    Jane Siebert

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Berg, G.M., Crowe, R.E., Wong, B. et al. Trends in Publication of Spirituality/Religiosity Articles in Critical Care Populations. J Relig Health 49, 333–336 (2010). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10943-009-9266-6

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