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Biopsychosocial Benefits of Spirituality in Adults Aging With HIV: Implications for Nursing Practice and Research
David E. Vance*,
Thomas C. Struzick,
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James L. Raper
* To whom correspondence should be addressed. E-mail: devance{at}uab.edu.
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More than 100,000 adults above the age of 50 have been diagnosed with HIV in the United States. It is important to understand how to promote successful aging in this growing population. With the positive effects of spirituality on biopsychosocial functioning in aging, HIV, and chronic diseases, accessing the strengths associated with spirituality may facilitate successful aging in adults surviving to older ages. The inherent nature of the nurse–patient relationship means nurses are in a key position to actively listen, assess spiritual needs, and make clinical referrals. In providing holistic care to patients, nurse scientists are encouraged to study and address the spiritual needs in this growing population.
First published on February 28, 2008, doi:10.1177/0898010107310615
Journal of Holistic Nursing 2008;26:119.
A more recent version of this article appeared on June 1, 2008

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M. E. Hines
Commentary on "Biopsychosocial Benefits of Spirituality in Adults Aging With HIV: Implications for Nursing Practice and Research": New Challenges for Providing Spiritual Care in Aging Patients With HIV
J Holist Nurs,
June 1, 2008;
26(2):
126 - 127.
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