How does confucianism influence health behaviors, health outcomes and medical decisions? A scoping review.

The aim of this study is to analyze the influence of Confucianism on health behaviors, health outcomes and medical decisions. The research was conducted using the following databases: PubMed, Scopus, CINHAL, PsycINFO and Web of Science, without restrictions of language and year of publication. The s...

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Autores: Badanta Romero, Bárbara, González Cano-Caballero, María, Suarez Reina, Paola, Lucchetti, Giancarlo, Diego Cordero, Rocío de
Tipo de recurso: artículo
Estado:Versión publicada
Fecha de publicación:2022
País:España
Institución:Universidad de Sevilla (US)
Repositorio:idUS. Depósito de Investigación de la Universidad de Sevilla
OAI Identifier:oai:idus.us.es:11441/137605
Acceso en línea:https://hdl.handle.net/11441/137605
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10943-022-01506-8
Access Level:acceso abierto
Palabra clave:Confucianism
Health behaviors
Medical decision-making
Transcultural nursing
Spirituality
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Sumario:The aim of this study is to analyze the influence of Confucianism on health behaviors, health outcomes and medical decisions. The research was conducted using the following databases: PubMed, Scopus, CINHAL, PsycINFO and Web of Science, without restrictions of language and year of publication. The search process identified 833 publications matching the search criteria, and after the review process, 40 articles were included. Family is a central aspect of Confucianism, and it seems to affect participation in medical decisions, taking care of relatives, ethical dilemmas and mental health problems. Although most Confucianist influence seems to be positive, some ways of thinking could increase suffering, burnout and a delay in healthcare seeking. Understanding these values could help health professionals to deal with the growing contingent of patients with different cultures and religious beliefs.