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Psychology for Nurses and the Caring Professions

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* What is psychology and how is it relevant to health care practice?
* What influences do psychological factors have in determining outcomes
in health care?
* What are the different approaches within psychology which can be used to
understand normal human functioning?
Psychology for Nurses and the Caring Professions is one of a series of texts which provide coherent and multi-disciplinary support for all professional groups involved in the provision of health and social care. It introduces students to a range of psychological theories and research, supported by evidence from health psychology. Applications are offered within a variety of health care settings, with an emphasis on health promotion and preventive care.
The authors draw upon their clinical, teaching and research experience to engage the student's interest through the use of case examples, special research-based topics and exercises for group discussion or individual study. The text has been carefully designed with the student in mind: a comprehensive reference list is provided at the end of the book, together with a glossary of terms. The text is illustrated throughout with diagrams, tables and graphs and suggestions for further reading are given at the end of each chapter.
Psychology for Nurses and the Caring Professions is a key textbook for all students undertaking diploma or degree level courses in nursing, health and social care.

Language: English

Pages: 228

Format: Paperback

Publisher: Open University Press

Release: December 01, 1995

ISBN: 0335194109

ISBN 13: 9780335194100

Psychology for Nurses and the Caring Professions

4/5 ( ratings)

* What is psychology and how is it relevant to health care practice?
* What influences do psychological factors have in determining outcomes
in health care?
* What are the different approaches within psychology which can be used to
understand normal human functioning?
Psychology for Nurses and the Caring Professions is one of a series of texts which provide coherent and multi-disciplinary support for all professional groups involved in the provision of health and social care. It introduces students to a range of psychological theories and research, supported by evidence from health psychology. Applications are offered within a variety of health care settings, with an emphasis on health promotion and preventive care.
The authors draw upon their clinical, teaching and research experience to engage the student's interest through the use of case examples, special research-based topics and exercises for group discussion or individual study. The text has been carefully designed with the student in mind: a comprehensive reference list is provided at the end of the book, together with a glossary of terms. The text is illustrated throughout with diagrams, tables and graphs and suggestions for further reading are given at the end of each chapter.
Psychology for Nurses and the Caring Professions is a key textbook for all students undertaking diploma or degree level courses in nursing, health and social care.

Language: English

Pages: 228

Format: Paperback

Publisher: Open University Press

Release: December 01, 1995

ISBN: 0335194109

ISBN 13: 9780335194100

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