Keywords

Amish, spirituality, alternative healthcare, prayer, complementary medicine

Authors

1. Sharpnack, Patricia A. DNP, MSN, RN, CNE
2. Griffin, Mary T. Quinn PhD, RN
3. Benders, Alison M. JD, PhD
4. Fitzpatrick, Joyce J. PhD, MBA, RN, FAAN

Abstract

Although the use of spiritual and alternative healthcare practices is increasing, knowledge of these practices among the Amish is limited. This study explored the spiritual and healthcare practices of 134 Amish. Information about the diversity and prevalence of these practices among the Amish may be useful to nurses in practice.