Abstract
This paper focuses on metaphorical communication as an aesthetic method for nursing practice. Metaphorical communication is proposed as a healing modality. Use of metaphors in nursing are highlighted, and types of metaphors that may be used for transformation and healing are described.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 507-516 |
| Number of pages | 10 |
| Journal | Issues in Mental Health Nursing |
| Volume | 17 |
| Issue number | 6 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Jan 1 1996 |
| Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Phychiatric Mental Health