How Firm the Foundation
(Pin and Ink)
A growing body of research affirms a strong foundation for the development of art and medicine programs. The recorded knowledge and how we build on it will determine the growth and development of art programs currently and in the future. A strong oak tree does not stand without a strong foundation.
Aara Amidi-Nouri, Ph.D., RN proposes how vital the element of trust is for foundational growth in the relationship of the patient (Amidi-Nouri, 2015). This insight is spot on and recognized within the hospital system. All the technical capabilities now in use can distort and minimized the humanity in health care. One can image thoughts going on within a patient’s mind, such as why is my nurse looking at her computer and not me?
Applying the trust factor is important in successful relationships today throughout our human networking and connections in everyday life scenarios. The significance of this trust intensifies when considering the trust element one must have to turn their bodies over to healthcare providers for treatment of illness. There is much skepticism in our nation today based on many things insurance, incompetence, and the ability of providers to show a sincere concern. “Love and compassion are necessities, not luxuries. Without them, humanity cannot survive.” The Dalai Lama (Sadler, B.L. et al., 2009).
Growing a strong foundation rooted in trust is imperative for the artist in resident. Gaining trust before implementing an art intervention is sometimes more therapeutic than the activity itself, especially in an environment where levels of trust are examined for inconsistency.
Reference
Amidi-Nouri, Ara. (2015, January 28). Building Trust
in Health Care. Retrieved from
http://www.rwjf.org/en/culture-of-health/2015/01/_good_morning_myna.html
Sadler, B.L., Ridenour A.
(2009). Transforming the Healthcare
Experience through the Arts.
San Diego, California: Aesthetics, Inc.
I really love this drawing so much. I so wish I could do this!
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