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A multidisciplinary model for making spiritual assessments and interventions is described. The practitioner bases these assessments and interventions upon knowledge gained from philosophy, theology, physiology, psychology, and sociology. Specific assessments are made in the areas of spiritual development and seven practical dimensions of spiritual care. The patient's life experiences, events, and questions shape the nature of spiritual care as the practitioner works toward assisting the patient to maintain or expand the level of spiritual functioning.
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She is a recipient of a National Institute of Mental Health Academic Award. This award provided funding during the time this article was written.
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Farran, C.J., Fitchett, G., Quiring-Emblen, J.D. et al. Development of a model for spiritual assessment and intervention. J Relig Health 28, 185–194 (1989). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00987750
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