@NIBjournal

Narrative Inquiry in Bioethics: A Journal of Qualitative Research. Giving a voice to those most deeply affected by health care.

 Johns Hopkins University Press
facebook.com/pages/Narrative-Inquiry-in-Bioethics/161020233913491
Joined March 2012
  • Tweets578
  • Following424
  • Followers476
73Media
Growing up with scoliosis, Tamie Gangloff experienced many challenges. Seeking support and connection, she made friends through social media with others who understood her experience. Over time, she noticed that fear and negativity were common in those spaces.
1
1
1
55
more replies
Gangloff, whose narrative is featured in NIB's latest issue, "Going Public: Sharing Your Health Journey on Social Platforms," offers a sentiment that closely aligns with NIB’s philosophy:
1
1
11
“There is power in storytelling; it connects us, gives us hope, and allows us to be a voice when others cannot find theirs.” Read Gangloff's story "Healing in Plain Sight: Chronic Illness, Mental Health, Resilience" and others: muse.jhu.edu/issue/57689.
1
1
35
New issue! "Going Public: Sharing Your Health Journey on Social Platforms." Patients increasingly use digital spaces to find health info, build community, and share experiences. This issue explores the benefits & complexities of sharing health info online. muse.jhu.edu/issue/57689
1
1
64
We are still looking for stories about medically supervised weight loss. See the guide sheet and share it with those who may be interested in writing their story for an upcoming issue of NIB: nibjournal.org/submit/calls/…
1
1
3
84
A new NIB article reports in-depth insights into the views & experiences of Muslim healthcare workers in Belgium re: prenatal diagnosis & termination of pregnancy in cases of fetal anomaly—a largely unexplored area of study. muse.jhu.edu/pub/1/article/9…
1
1
2
81
Islam is the second-largest religion in Belgium, with Muslims making up roughly 8% of the total population. The study aimed to examine the role of religion in shaping views and experiences and, through this, to understand the ethical challenges Muslim healthcare workers face.
12
School nurses play a crucial role in children’s health and development. Our latest issue of VOICES shows how limited resources and support contribute to stress & ethical challenges in #schoolnursing. Read and access the issue for free: nibjournal.org/voices/school…
1
2
115
A new NIB case study, “Applying the Best Interests Standard in Pediatric Palliative Care,” examines the case of a 9-year-old boy with medulloblastoma whose life is strained by social instability and limited resources.
1
1
1
83
As the boy's disease progressed and quality of life declined, ensuring his comfort and dignity became paramount for clinicians. The case is freely available: muse.jhu.edu/article/987828/…
1
1
69
In "Seizures, Cultural Beliefs, and Ethical Tensions," Kristin Furfari details the case of Awad, a 20-year-old with encephalitis in urgent need of treatment.
17
What does successful medically supervised weight loss look like? From GLP-1s & low-calorie diets to bariatric procedures, we want to hear your story. Did you feel heard and respected by your doctor? How did you balance their advice with your own personal goals?
1
1
1
108
If you're interested in sharing your story in an upcoming issue of NIB, you can find the guidelines here: nibjournal.org/submit/calls/…

Medically Supervised Weight Loss - Narrative Inquiry in Bioethics

nibjournal.org
1
2
76
NIB is looking for true stories about medically supervised weight loss. Tell us about:🤝Feeling heard & respected by healthcare pros⚖️Balancing medical guidance with personal goals🧠Navigating the emotional & practical hurdles. nibjournal.org/submit/calls/…

Medically Supervised Weight Loss - Narrative Inquiry in Bioethics

nibjournal.org
8
NIB currently has three calls for stories open: 1) Stories about Medically Supervised Weight Loss; 2) Navigating Nursing Home Care; and 3) Delaying pregnancy due to career paths, demands, or professional goals. For info, visit nibjournal.org/submit/calls/
1
2
68
In the early 1900s, NYC proved that putting nurses in schools dramatically reduced absenteeism. Today #schoolnurses are still on the front lines—often as the only health professional for hundreds of students—navigating limited resources, complex medical needs, & ethical dilemmas.
1
1
1
102
NIB's new symposium explores #SchoolNursing through 13 personal narratives, plus commentaries from experts in nursing, health law, ethics, pediatrics, education & parenting medically complex children. Discover the everyday heroism of school nurses! muse.jhu.edu/issue/56825
1
1
202
When a surrogate decision-maker, acting from sincere religious and cultural beliefs, refuses potentially life‑saving treatment, is that an acceptable refusal of care? Should the hospital override the refusal?
1
1
1
108
A new case study, "Seizures, Cultural Beliefs, and Ethical Tensions," is now available. doi.org/10.1353/nib.0.a98511… The case examines these questions and explores how clinicians can practice with humility, respect, and awareness of their own moral limits.
1
1
135
Load more