{"title":"Commentary: Healing the healer and changing the conditions.","authors":"Pernilla Garmy","doi":"10.1177/17449871261452645","DOIUrl":"10.1177/17449871261452645","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":47172,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Research in Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"17449871261452645"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2026-06-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13246494/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148220245","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Camille Cronin, Sara Donevant, Kerri-Ann Hughes, Marja Kaunonen, Jette Marcussen, Rhonda Wilson
{"title":"Reflecting through menopause: introducing the MIRROR cycle to support reflection during the menopause transition.","authors":"Camille Cronin, Sara Donevant, Kerri-Ann Hughes, Marja Kaunonen, Jette Marcussen, Rhonda Wilson","doi":"10.1177/17449871261446828","DOIUrl":"10.1177/17449871261446828","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>The menopause transition is a complex biopsychosocial life-course event that often coincides with significant role changes, including caregiving responsibilities, evolving family dynamics and sustained workplace participation. Many women describe menopause as disruptive, isolating and threatening to identity, with implications for well-being, work performance and professional engagement.</p><p><strong>Aim: </strong>This paper argues for the integration of reflection into nursing practice, including education, clinical encounters and workplace well-being initiatives, to better support women in healthcare who are approaching or experiencing the menopause transition.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Peer-reviewed and key grey literature examining menopause-related workplace impacts, healthcare gaps and service provision were reviewed. Established reflective practice models were synthesised and adapted, informed by the authors' body of work on menopause and the nursing workforce.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>An integrated menopause-specific reflective framework, the MIRROR Cycle, was developed. The framework outlines practical reflective strategies including journaling, reflective supervision, Schwartz rounds, structured debriefing, narrative work, mindfulness and appraisal checklists. Socio-cultural and systemic barriers including stigma, silence, fear, limited training, fragmented services and organisational ageism and sexism were identified as factors compounding menopausal distress.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Embedding the MIRROR Cycle across education, clinical care and workplace policy may enhance coping, identity integration and organisational responsiveness, supporting inclusive and menopause-informed nursing practice.</p>","PeriodicalId":47172,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Research in Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"17449871261446828"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2026-06-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13242358/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148206286","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Commentary: From confidence to competence-linking psychological first aid self-efficacy to disaster response readiness in nursing students.","authors":"Nizar B Said","doi":"10.1177/17449871261448071","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/17449871261448071","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":47172,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Research in Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"17449871261448071"},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2026-06-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13242354/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148206634","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ahmad Ayed, Ibrahim Aqtam, Qais Albalasha, Mohammad Samara, Omar Blawneh, Sara Fattouh
{"title":"Insight into quality of life among Palestinian adolescents with cancer: a cross-sectional study.","authors":"Ahmad Ayed, Ibrahim Aqtam, Qais Albalasha, Mohammad Samara, Omar Blawneh, Sara Fattouh","doi":"10.1177/17449871261446838","DOIUrl":"10.1177/17449871261446838","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Adolescents with cancer experience substantial challenges that compromise quality of life (QoL). Evidence on QoL in conflict-affected settings, such as Palestine, remains extremely limited.</p><p><strong>Objective: </strong>To examine QoL among adolescents with cancer in Palestine and identify predictors to improved or compromised QoL.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A cross-sectional study was conducted (March to May 2024) at a Palestinian tertiary paediatric oncology centre using consecutive sampling. QoL was assessed using a validated Arabic-translated scale (Cronbach's α = 0.88). Multiple linear regression identified predictors. This study was reported in accordance with STROBE guidelines.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Among 145 participants (mean age 14.3 ± 1.4 years; 42.8% female), mean QoL was 103.1 ± 26.9, indicating a moderate level. Female gender was associated with lower QoL (<i>B</i> = -13.287, <i>p</i> = 0.002). Multimodal treatment was associated with higher QoL than chemotherapy alone (<i>B</i> = 36.111, <i>p</i> = 0.001), though this likely reflects clinical trajectory, not direct benefit.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Female adolescents with cancer in Palestine report significantly lower QoL, whereas those receiving multimodal treatment report higher QoL, though this likely reflects clinical trajectory. For nursing practice, these findings underscore the need for routine QoL monitoring, particularly among female patients, and gender-responsive psychosocial support as integral to paediatric oncology nursing care. These findings contribute Palestine-specific evidence to the global literature.</p>","PeriodicalId":47172,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Research in Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"17449871261446838"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2026-06-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13242355/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148206618","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Impact of artificial intelligence-based and technology-enhanced educational tools compared to traditional teaching methods on learning outcomes among healthcare professionals and students: a systematic review.","authors":"Gerald Amandu Matua, Valliammal Shanmugam, Vasudevan Nattamai Jothilal, Jerlin Priya Lovelin Auguskani, Yuvaraj Arumugam, Kavitha Ravi, Sathish Kumar Jayapal, Judie Arulappan","doi":"10.1177/17449871261445369","DOIUrl":"10.1177/17449871261445369","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping health profession education through tools such as virtual simulation, adaptive learning platforms, intelligent tutoring systems and ChatGPT-assisted learning. However, its effectiveness compared with traditional teaching methods remains unclear.</p><p><strong>Aim: </strong>To evaluate whether AI-based and technology-enhanced educational tools improve learning outcomes among healthcare professionals and students compared with traditional teaching approaches.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This systematic review was conducted according to Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) and registered in PROSPERO CRD420251233817. Six databases were searched, with key terms relating to healthcare staff, AI and education. Papers published in English language were sought from 2015 to 2025. Nine studies met all the inclusion requirements and were incorporated into the final synthesis. Risk of bias was assessed using Cochrane Risk of Bias tool for RCT's (RoB-2). Level of evidence is assigned to studies based on the research design, quality of the study and applicability to patient care.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The review noted virtual simulation, AI-supported problem-based learning and AI-generated personalised feedback were particularly beneficial. Findings related to critical thinking, clinical decision-making and skill performance and learner satisfaction were mixed, with several studies reporting comparable rather than superior outcomes in comparison to traditional instructional methods. Evidence on time efficiency was limited but generally suggested that certain AI tools may streamline learning and reduce faculty workload compared to lectures or low-fidelity simulation.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>AI-based educational tools provide meaningful benefits, especially for diagnostic accuracy and sustained knowledge and skill retention, but do not consistently outperform traditional methods across all educational outcomes. AI-based educational tools are beneficial to the lecturers as it enhances teaching efficiency, improves assessment quality, provides real-time learning analytics and saves time in administrative tasks.</p>","PeriodicalId":47172,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Research in Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"17449871261445369"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2026-06-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13242369/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148206593","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Medical neglect: a fine line between 'Was Not Brought' and child abuse.","authors":"Diana Yardley","doi":"10.1177/17449871261445362","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/17449871261445362","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":47172,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Research in Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"17449871261445362"},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2026-06-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13242359/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148206589","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Social prescribing by community nurses in southeastern Australia: a qualitative study.","authors":"Jonathan Methley, M Mofizul Islam","doi":"10.1177/17449871261446841","DOIUrl":"10.1177/17449871261446841","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Social prescribing involves referring patients to community-based facilities that provide social support. Community nurses can play a crucial role in social prescribing; however, there is limited knowledge about their experiences in this area.</p><p><strong>Aims: </strong>This study explored the experiences of community nurses in Australia regarding social prescribing.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Twenty community nurses were recruited and interviewed using snowball and purposive sampling. The nurses held various roles, including crisis management, case manager, team leader, general practice nurse, counsellor and mental health nurse. Thematic analysis was used.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The common social prescribing activities nurses referred to were men's sheds, coffee groups, walking groups and art therapy. Four themes were identified: (1) a broader view of patient care, (2) barriers to considering social prescribing referrals, (3) barriers to implementing social prescribing referrals and (4) their recommendations. Community nurses prefer social prescribing activities that are affordable and achievable, help clients deal with isolation and keep clients physically active. However, not all nurses were aware of the term 'social prescribing'.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Community nurses do recognise the social aspects of health. However, they encounter considerable challenges that hinder the implementation of social prescribing. Addressing these challenges is essential for integrating social prescribing into community nursing care.</p>","PeriodicalId":47172,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Research in Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"17449871261446841"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2026-06-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13242365/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148206400","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Nurses' experiences of 'failing to fail': barriers and enablers in clinical nursing education - a qualitative study.","authors":"Joanna Lannon, Felicity Hasson, Sinead Keeney","doi":"10.1177/17449871261446842","DOIUrl":"10.1177/17449871261446842","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>The phenomenon of 'failing to fail' underperforming pre-registration nursing students in clinical placements is widely recognised. In the United Kingdom, updated Nursing and Midwifery Council guidelines aim to support registered nurses (RNs) in supervising and assessing students. The aim of the study is to explore RNs' experiences of the phenomenon of 'failing to fail' underperforming pre-registration nursing students in clinical placements.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This research is a qualitative descriptive study. Semi-structured one-to-one online interviews with 14 RNs enrolled in postgraduate nursing courses at a university in the United Kingdom. Data were analysed using Elo and Kyngäs' content analysis framework.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Four key categories were identified: (1) <i>The Stigma of Failure</i> - failure perceived as stigmatised; (2) <i>Organisational Constraints and Time Pressures</i> - limiting effective mentoring and assessment; (3) <i>Emotional and Relational Barriers to Failing</i> - including personal relationships, lack of confidence and fear of repercussions and (4) <i>Enablers</i> - including supportive workplace culture, collaboration with universities, training and clear guidance.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Failing to fail is a complex issue influenced by cultural, organisational and individual factors. It has significant implications for patient safety, professional standards and the future nursing workforce. Addressing these challenges requires changes in mentorship practices and institutional support.</p>","PeriodicalId":47172,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Research in Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"17449871261446842"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2026-06-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13242367/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148206606","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Recognition and research identity in nursing: naming a pattern we have not yet examined.","authors":"Lisa Kelly","doi":"10.1177/17449871261446851","DOIUrl":"10.1177/17449871261446851","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":47172,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Research in Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"17449871261446851"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2026-06-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13242352/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148206141","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ice Septriani Saragih, Huey-Ming Tzeng, Irwan Susanto, Ita Daryanti Saragih
{"title":"Technology-based psychosocial education for cancer patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis.","authors":"Ice Septriani Saragih, Huey-Ming Tzeng, Irwan Susanto, Ita Daryanti Saragih","doi":"10.1177/17449871261442808","DOIUrl":"10.1177/17449871261442808","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Technology-based health interventions present innovative and scalable approaches to enhance cancer care. These interventions have potential to support psychosocial well-being, which is often challenged following a cancer diagnosis and throughout survivorship. Such innovations also enable nurses to extend psychosocial support beyond traditional clinical settings and align with health policy efforts to integrate digital supportive care into routine oncology services.</p><p><strong>Aims: </strong>To evaluate the effectiveness of technology-based psychosocial education interventions for cancer patients.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Six databases (CINAHL, Cochrane Library, Embase, Medline [Ovid], PubMed and Web of Science) were searched from inception to 29 April 2025. The Cochrane Risk-of-Bias Tool (RoB 2) was used to assess the methodological quality of included studies. Standardised mean differences (SMDs) were calculated to synthesise outcomes measured using varied tools.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Fourteen studies met the inclusion criteria, including 1509 participants. Technology-based psychosocial education interventions significantly reduced fear of cancer recurrence (SMD = -0.21; 95% CI: -0.42 to -0.01; <i>I</i>² = 4.7%; <i>p</i> = 0.04). Non-significant pooled estimates were observed for reduced psychological distress (SMD = -0.23; 95% CI: -0.61 to 0.15; <i>I</i>² = 76.1%; <i>p</i> = 0.23) and improved quality of life (SMD = 0.21; 95% CI: -0.02 to 0.45; <i>I</i>² = 20.0%; <i>p</i> = 0.08).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Technology-based psychosocial education interventions show promise in reducing fear of cancer recurrence and may support broader psychosocial outcomes. These interventions are scalable and suitable for diverse clinical settings, supporting nurse-led psychosocial education, remote patient follow-up and the integration of digital supportive care within oncology service delivery.</p>","PeriodicalId":47172,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Research in Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"17449871261442808"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2026-06-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13242360/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148206445","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}