INSS Spirituality, Mental Health and Wellbeing SIG
Online meeting
Spirituality in Caring for the Dying
Presentation by Dr Carl Becker
Monday 10th February 2025: 12.00 - 1.15pm
Dr Carl Becker is Specially Appointed Professor of Policy Science at the Medical School of Kyoto University, Japan. His research has focused on medical ethics at the end of life, psycho-social support for terminal patients, and burnout of medical staff. He will discuss his research on caring for the dying including quantitative outcomes of nursing care considerations and the importance of spiritual experiences of patients facing death.
Welcoming all INSS members to this SIG focussing upon spirituality, mental health and wellbeing across diverse contexts, including in relation to study, research and practice.
The group emphasises co-creating a safe yet focussed space to reflect, explore and share skills and inspiration together.
The SIG Chairs: Dr Katja Milner, Dr Jill Buckeldee