The Caritas Processes (CP) are juxtaposed against the original Carative Factors. The Caritas Processes are an extension of the other which have evolved; CP are intended to offer a more fluid language for understanding a deeper level of CF which capture the deeper dimensions of living processes of human experiences.
What are the carative factors?
These carative factors are described as consisting of: cultivating the practice of loving-kindness and equanimity toward self and others as foundational to caritas consciousness; being authentically present; enabling, sustaining and honoring the faith, hope and the deep belief system and the inner-subjective life world
What is a Caritas process?
Jean Watson's Theory of Human Caring is found in the 10 Caritas Processes: Embrace Altruistic Values and Practice Loving Kindness with Self and Others. Inspire Faith and Hope and Honor Others. Trust Self and Others by Nurturing Individual beliefs, Personal Growth and Practices.
Why does Watson use Carative and not curative?
Jean Watson uses the term carative instead of curative to distinguish between nursing and medicine. Whereas curative factors aim at curing the patient of disease, carative factors aim at the caring process that helps the person attain (or maintain) health or die a peaceful death.