The second article in our series on leadership examines stress and burnout. Nurses who are burnt out need to reassess work and relationships. Stress will pass when its cause is removed, but burnout is a 'spiritual crisis'. Self-aware, contemplative leaders are able to prevent burnout and recognise it in others.

Therapeutic touch has been practised for some time, but like most complementary therapies, it carries images of being 'unscientific' for many sceptical practitioners. The author defines the therapy, then summarises some of the research which measured its effectiveness. Therapeutic touch, she believes, helps patients to get themselves into the best state for self-healing to occur.

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Steve Wright and Jean Sayre-Adams discuss the place of touch and healing in the care of patients and outline the importance of incorporating this into a holistic care system.