Introducing Psychology for Nurses and Healthcare Professionals

Introducing Psychology for Nurses and Healthcare Professionals
ISBN-10
1317902483
ISBN-13
9781317902485
Category
Medical
Pages
424
Language
English
Published
2013-11-26
Publisher
Routledge
Author
Dominic Upton

Description

What makes someone feel healthy? Why do some people respond differently under stress to others? Why don’t people always follow nursing advice? This second edition of Introducing Psychology for Nurses and Healthcare Professionalsprovides an accessible but thorough introduction to the key psychological theories and concepts which underpin nursing and healthcare, and clearly demonstrates how they can be applied in clinical practice. Using a research-led approach, each chapter guides you through important theories and topics in health psychology, such as lifespan and development, communication, and social processes, and helps you use your understanding to deliver better patient care.

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