Psychology for Nurses and the Caring Professions

Author/creator Walker Author
Other author Payne Author
Other author Jarrett Author
Other author Ley Author
Format Electronic
Edition4th ed.
Publication InfoMaidenhead : McGraw-Hill Education
Description360 p. 24.640 x 019.050 cm.
Supplemental ContentFull text available from Ebook Central - Academic Complete
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Summary Annotation This beautifully written book ... clearly explains the application of psychological concepts and theories to health and succinctly summarises key issues. Each chapter also provides a series of vignettes capturing the kind of real-life situations health and social care professionals will encounter in their own practice and a set of thought-provoking exercises ... These will be invaluable in developing critical thinking skills and growing the capacity to provide the kind of empathic care which is the heart of person-centred practiceDr Wendy Cousins, Course Director, University of Ulster School of Nursing, UKI have recommended earlier editions of this book and now am delighted to say that this latest edition is even better. The authors continue to clearly explain the relevance of psychological theories, models and approaches to nursing care but now, through the use of frequent reflective activities, vignettes and a psychosoap family, students are also highly encouraged to identify how the theory will help them to become the high quality holistic practitioners they desire to be.Anthony Duffy, Nurse Tutor, College of Human and Health Sciences, Swansea University, UKThis new edition embraces innovation in student learning. The use of the psychosoap provides a structure which is meaningful and insightful. The chapter exercises have realworld application and can be used to understand your own and others motivations, beliefs and values. Unlike many psychology texts ... this book offers real food for thought and provides the building blocks which link theory to practice. It will also be a valuable resource for those who like to dip in to a book.Philip Larkin, Professor of Clinical Nursing (Palliative Care), and Joint Chair, University College Dublin and Our Ladys Hospice s experience, providing comprehensive insight into the complex subject of psychology. It is user friendly, underpinned by research findings and will enable the reader to apply its concepts personally and professionally. It is a text which is well designed for student use and application and it has employed a number of innovative features ... An excellent resource, which I would highly recommend.Siobhan McCullough, Lecturer, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Queens University Belfast, UKThis bestselling book enables those working in health and social care to learn and apply sound psychological principles in the delivery of excellent, evidence-based, patient-centred care. The emphasis throughout is on the promotion and maintenance of personal well-being and quality of life for care professionals and those they care for.The new edition features a more engaging and user-friendly format and has been comprehensively revised and updated to reflect the latest psychological knowledge. Psychological principles are also clearly set out and summarised in ways that are easy to read and understand.The fourth edition includes:A unique focus on transferable knowledge and skills applicable in a variety of situationsExercises integrated throughout the text to consolidate learningExamples presented in the form of psychosoap characters drawn from the authors experiences in research and practiceAn emphasis on positive psychology and promotion of resilience in the management of stress and negative emotionsReviews of recent advances in cognitive science and issues related to communicationPsychology for Nurses and the Caring Professionsis a succinct, readable and relevant introductory text ideal for students and practitioners in health or social care.
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