A Phenomenological Study Exploring the Meaning of a Seminar on Spirituality for Occupational Therapy Students

Thompson, Barbara; MacNeil, Cheryl

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“…Experiencing a situation where spirituality is a vital aspect would provide the student with the opportunity to gain experience on methods to address spirituality. The present study is in line with the findings of a study by Egan and Swedersky (2003) as well as Thompson and MacNeil (2006); they indicated that circumstances such as end-of-life and instances of unexpected tragedy spiritual questioning need attention of spirituality. It is important to note that the interpretation of the finding is necessarily in the profession of occupational therapy to promote spirituality in practice.…”

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“…Indeed, findings from this research suggest that spirituality is a concept that might be enriched through experiential learning and discussion. Thompson and MacNeil (2006) also found that occupational therapy students suggested that they need more experience in addressing spirituality, relevant role models, continuous education related to different forms of spiritual or religious practices and interdisciplinary dialogue. Thompson and MacNeil (2006) support the suggestions provided by the participants of the study.…”

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“…Thompson and MacNeil (2006) also found that occupational therapy students suggested that they need more experience in addressing spirituality, relevant role models, continuous education related to different forms of spiritual or religious practices and interdisciplinary dialogue. Thompson and MacNeil (2006) support the suggestions provided by the participants of the study. The findings of the study suggest that participants need to be prepared during lectures on how to integrate spirituality.…”

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Occupational Therapy Students’ Perceptions of Spirituality in Training

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Spirituality is recognized as an essential and integral component of a holistic approach in occupational therapy practice. However, little is known about occupational therapy students' perceptions regarding spirituality in learning context. This study used qualitative exploratory, descriptive design to explore the occupational therapy students' perceptions about spirituality in training. Using purposive sampling, four semi-structured interviews were conducted with two students, a lecturer and an occupational therapist. In addition, two focus groups were conducted with students in order to collect data. Data collected were audio-taped; transcribed and thematic analysis was used to identify themes. The analysis resulted in emergence of four themes: "Unique to every individual," "Spirituality in occupational therapy," "To be or not to be taught," and "The Real world." Participants perceived spirituality as an individually experienced. The study contributes to the body of knowledge base of occupational therapy education regarding spirituality. However, there is a need for guidelines to integrate spirituality in occupational therapy training.

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“…For many years, in the occupational therapy profession, the importance of spirituality and spiritual care seems to be controversial because it is unclear how these concepts are integrated in occupational therapy education (Csontó 2009;Belcham 2004;Morris et al 2012;Wilding 2002;Thompson and MacNeil 2006). Despite the growing number of studies on spirituality and spiritual care, there continues to be a gap in the training of occupational therapists to be truly holistic clinicians (Morris et al 2012;Morris 2007).…”

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A Cross-Sectional Descriptive Study of Occupational Therapy Students’ Perceptions and Attitudes Towards Spirituality and Spiritual Care in Occupational Therapy Education

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Mthembu, T.G. et al. (2016). A cross-sectional descriptive study of occupational therapy students' perceptions and attitudes towards spirituality and spiritual care in occupational therapy education. Journal of religion and Health, 55: 1529Health, 55: -1545 Abstract Spirituality and spiritual care both have received increased attention over the course of this past decade from different disciplines. However, for many years, in the occupational therapy profession, the importance of spirituality and spiritual care seems to be controversial because it is unclear how these concepts are integrated in occupational therapy education. Although occupational therapy students are being educated to consider a holistic and client-centred approach, spirituality is not regarded within this framework which diminishes the integrity of holistic approach. In South African occupational therapy education, it is unclear whether any single course on teaching and learning of spirituality and spiritual care exists. Thus, the aim of this study was to describe occupational therapy students' perceptions and attitudes regarding spirituality and spiritual care in occupational therapy education. A cross-sectional descriptive study design of undergraduate occupational therapy students from one educational institution was used. Data included demographic characteristics, responses on Spiritual Care-Giving Scale (SCGS), Spiritual and Spiritual Care Rating Scale (SSCRS) and Spirituality in Occupational Therapy Scale (SOTS). A response rate of 50.5 % (n = 100 out of 198) was achieved. In the SCGS, among the factors only factor 1 had the highest mean value score showing consistent agreement about spirituality, whereas in the SSCRS only three factors were found to have highest mean score and one with lowest mean score. In SOTS, participants had a highest score mean in relation to formal education and training about spirituality. Thus, in the integration of spirituality and spiritual care a holistic approach needs to be considered in education to enhance students' knowledge of how to address mind, body and spirit needs. IntroductionSpirituality and spiritual care both have received increased attention over the course of this past decade from different disciplines. With regard to the definition of spirituality, research has shown that there are various definitions used. For instance, Csontó (2009) and Kang (2003) point out that the scarcity of an acceptable definition of spirituality results in a challenge for practising students and occupational therapists. Therefore, for the purpose of this study Puchalski et al.'s (2014) definition was adopted defining spirituality as:

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“…However, the author added that there are various outcomes related to spirituality including "empathy, understanding and caring for others, importance of reducing pain and suffering in the world, feeling a strong connection to all humanity, (and a) compassionate self-concept" 12:33 . Therefore, numerous studies in occupational therapy suggested that both students and clinicians should be provided with an opportunity to explore and experience their own spirituality as part of self-awareness and self-reflection in the occupational therapy education and practice 5,13,14 . South Africa is a spiritually diversified country 7,15 .…”

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An exploratory factor analysis into the applicability of the Spirituality Care-Giving Scale, the Spirituality and Spiritual Care Rating Scale and the Spirituality in Occupational Therapy Scale to the South African context

Mthembu

Roman

Wegner

2016

S. Afr. j. occup. ther

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INTRODUCTIONFactor analysis forms part of the statistical methods which play an important role in reducing data through assessing and identifying simple patterns of relationships between variables within a measurement 1,2,3 . According to Kayastha et al. 2 and Venkaiah, et al. 3 , factor analysis attempts to ascertain whether observed variables can be explained in a smaller proportion of variables clustered in a set of measurements, which are then labelled as factors. Beavers et al. 1 recommended that for the purpose of factor analysis -researchers should allow for a sufficient sample size, consider the difference between component analysis and common factor analysis as well as rotation of initial factor pattern matrix. Therefore, the role of factor analysis can be better understood when considering the need for spirituality and its importance and relevance to occupational therapy. Spirituality in occupational therapyOccupational therapy is a profession that considers holistic and patient-centred approaches in order to provide effective intervention to clients 4 . For instance, the holistic approach supports the occupational therapists' view of clients' needs as related to the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual spheres. However, most of the time the spiritual element of the holistic approach is neglected and not considered part of holism. Puchalski et al.5:646 defined spirituality as "a dynamic and intrinsic aspect of humanity through which persons seek ultimate meaning, purpose, and transcendence, ISSN On-line 2310-3833 Doi: http://dx.doi. org/10.17159/2310-3833/2016/v46n1a14 South African Journal of Occupational Therapy, 2016 46 (1): 74-82. An exploratory factor analysis into the applicability of the Spirituality Care-Giving Scale, the Spirituality and Spiritual Care Rating Scale and the Spirituality in Occupational Therapy Scale to the South African context and experience relationship to self, family, others, community, society, nature, and the significant or sacred. Spirituality is expressed through beliefs, values, traditions, and practices". Spirituality is thus an important aspect of holistic and patient-centred approaches in occupational therapy. This is also highlighted in the American Occupational Therapy Association's Occupational Therapy Practice Framework [OTPF] 6

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A Phenomenological Study Exploring the Meaning of a Seminar on Spirituality for Occupational Therapy Students

Cited by 23 publications

References 42 publications

Occupational Therapy Students’ Perceptions of Spirituality in Training

Occupational Therapy Students’ Perceptions of Spirituality in Training

A Cross-Sectional Descriptive Study of Occupational Therapy Students’ Perceptions and Attitudes Towards Spirituality and Spiritual Care in Occupational Therapy Education

An exploratory factor analysis into the applicability of the Spirituality Care-Giving Scale, the Spirituality and Spiritual Care Rating Scale and the Spirituality in Occupational Therapy Scale to the South African context

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