This innovative book proceeds from the premise that self-care is a powerful philosophical, biological and psychological basis for nursing practice in a variety of settings. Cultural issues are stressed throughout the volume, especially in the section on cross-cultural communication and cultural influences on learning styles.This innovative book proceeds from the premise that self-care is a powerful philosophical, biological and psychological basis for nursing practice in a variety of settings. Cultural issues are stressed throughout the volume, especially in the section on cross-cultural communication and cultural influences on learning styles.PART ONE: SELF-CARE IN NURSING PRACTICE History and Philosophy of Self-Care Theories Related to Self-Care Culturally Congruent Self-Care and the Nursing Process PART TWO: SELF-CARE PRINCIPLES Self-Care in Health Self-Care in Illness Teaching Strategies PART THREE: SELF-CARE PRACTICES Nutrition Activity, Rest, and Exercise Stress Management Psychological and Spiritual Well-Being Social Support and Self-Help Groups Environmental and Community Self-Care PART FOUR: THE FUTURE OF SELF-CARE Implications for Education, Practice, and Research