Psychology For Nurses And The Caring Professions (social Science For Nurses And The Caring Professions)
by Sheila Payne /
2007 / English / PDF
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'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.
'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.