Psychology for nurses and the caring professions
Author(s)
Bibliographic Information
Psychology for nurses and the caring professions
（Social science for nurses and the caring professions）
Open University Press, 2007
3rd ed
- : pb
Available at / 3 libraries
-
No Libraries matched.
- Remove all filters.
Note
Previous ed.: 2004
Includes bibliographical references (p. [251]-268) and index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
'This book is a 'must' for degree level nursing and other health care students ...provides an excellent introduction to psychology for anyone working in social care, but is detailed enough for psychology graduates who left the subject behind some years ago ...could make a real difference to people's lives who are on the delivery or receiving end of health care ...' - "Community Care". This bestselling book introduces students and practitioners to psychological knowledge and understanding, and helps them to apply sound psychological principles in clinical contexts. The text has been comprehensively updated to include new theoretical concepts and contemporary research. It provides clear and concise descriptions of psychological theories, research-based evidence, and practical examples of applications across the lifespan in different health and social care settings.Features new to this edition are: a new chapter on emotions; a new chapter on pain; additional exercises to assist the learning process; and, an even wider range of case studies covering all age groups.
"Psychology for Nurses and the Caring Professions" is essential reading for students undertaking pre- and post-qualifying diploma or degree level courses in nursing and health care, including nurses, midwives, occupational therapists, physiotherapists and radiographers. It is also a useful introduction to the application of psychology for professionals working in social care.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Psychology in the context of health and health care Chapter 2. The perception of self and others Chapter 3. Development and change across the lifespan Chapter 4. Memory, understanding and information-giving Chapter 5. Learning and social learning Chapter 6. Understanding anxiety, depression and loss Chapter 7. Social influence and interaction Chapter 8. Stress and coping Chapter 9. Psychology applied to health and illness Chapter 10. Psychology of pain
by "Nielsen BookData"
