title: Newman's theory of health as expanding consciousness: a personal evolution.
abstract: In this article, the authors demonstrate the value of using Newman's theory of health as expanding consciousness for nurses and the clients they serve. A review of the conception and evolution of the theory and its link to spiritual ideology provides a multi-dimensional perspective of Newman's ideas. Additionally, an exploration of the central concepts of the theory offers an in-depth view of the philosophical and practical tenets on which the theory is based. The authors also chronicle one nurse's journey and evolution as a healthcare provider whose practice is rooted in Newman's theory.
authors.affiliation: Alberta Health Services, Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Alberta, Canada.
authors.forename: Gina C
authors.initials: GC
authors.lastname: Bateman
authors.forename: Lyn
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Merryfeather
mesh_terms: D003243:Consciousness; D008962:Models, Theoretical; D009726:Nurses
keywords: Newman’s theory; nursing; spiritual