Description
Book Synopsis - Why is effective communication important in health, and what does this involve?
- What issues arise when communicating with particular populations, or in difficult circumstances?
- How can the communication skills of health professionals be improved?
Effective health communication is now recognised to be a critical aspect of healthcare at both the individual and wider public level. Good communication is associated with positive health outcomes, whereas poor communication is associated with a number of negative outcomes. This book assesses current research and practice in the area and provides some practical guidance for those involved in communicating health information. It draws on material from several disciplines, including health, medicine, psychology, sociology, linguistics, pharmacy, statistics, and business and management.
The book examines:
- The importance of effective communication in health
- Basic concepts and processes in communicat
Table of Contents
Preface
Chapter 1: Introduction to Health Communication
Chapter 2: Basic Forms of Communication
Chapter 3: Underlying Theories and Models
Chapter 4: Communication between Patients and Health Professionals
Chapter 5: Communicating with Particular Populations In Healthcare
Chapter 6: Communication of Difficult Information and in Difficult Circumstances
Chapter 7: Health Promotion and Communicating with the Wider Public
Chapter 8: Communication Skills Training
References
Index
