Spiritual Needs among Patients with Mental Disorders: A Scoping Review

Abstract

Mental disorders are currently a global problem that occurs in many communities. Lack of mental health treatment can worsen the condition of patients with mental disorders. Spiritual needs as human needs such as those of ODGJ patients that are fulfilled can provide strength in facing a problem. The aim of this research is to explore the spiritual needs of mental disorder patients. The design of this research used a scoping review. The keywords used are "Patient with Mental Disorders" AND "Spirituality" OR "Spiritual Needs" OR "Spiritual Care". The results of the research showed that there were 13 articles analyzed showing that the level of spirituality among ODGJ was good, but their spirituality needs had not been met. The level of spiritual awareness of people with mental disorders is in the medium - low range. Mental health well-being is influenced by the patient's experiences with himself, with others, with nature, and connecting with the transcendent. Spirituality can help overcome mental health problems by expressing trust in God for healing and health. It is recommended that nurses be able to pay attention to aspects of spiritual needs in spiritually centered mental health services, not just focus on administering medication.