Research article summary (published 29 Jun 2002):

Humor as the focal point of treatment for forensic psychiatric patients.

Full Abstract

Framed as a qualitative case study based on constructivist notions, the research being reported evaluates the Humor Group, a unique treatment modality evoking therapeutic change by engaging male forensic psychiatric patients and nursing students in humorous activities. The group's meaning for patient health was investigated by cross-analyzing data collected from patient and student questionnaires, in-depth patient interviews, and naturalistic observations made by the researcher during the group's 4-year tenure. The Humor Group structure and format are offered as guides for undertaking similar attempts to rein in humor's healing potential in other settings and with other populations.

Author information

Author/s: Minden, P (P);

Affiliation: Edgewood College, Madison, Wisconsin, USA.

Journal and publication information

Publication Type: Journal Article

Journal: Holistic nursing practice (Holist Nurs Pract), published in United States. (Language: eng)

Reference: 2002-Jul; vol 16 (issue 4) : pp 75-86

Dates: Created 2002/06/13; Completed 2002/08/21; Revised 2007/11/15;

PMID: 12060948, status: MEDLINE (last retrieval date: 2/18/2009, IMS Date: )

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Adolescent Adult Attitude of Health Personnel Female Forensic Psychiatry - methods Humans Interviews as Topic Laughter Therapy - nursing

Male Middle Aged Nurse-Patient Relations Patient Satisfaction Psychiatric Nursing - education Psychotherapeutic Processes Questionnaires Treatment Outcome

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