Introduction to Psychology for Health Carers
Foundations in Nursing & Health care

By Julia Russell
April 2005
Nelson-Thornes
ISBN: 0748780742
192 pages, Illustrated
$39.50 paper original

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Part of the Foundations in Nursing and Health Care Series, this book takes an interactive approach to learning and is pitched at the right level for Foundation students and those on Return to Practice courses. Links to Practice, Over to You sections and Reflective Activities encourage proactive learning and encourage students to analyze their own experiences on placements and in previous employment. Provides an accessible introduction to psychological research and theory, relating these to healthcare experiences and practice.

Explains how psychological theories can be used to interpret, explain and actively influence a student's own experience of and practice in, everyday contexts. Written by an experienced author and lecturer in psychology and health care who understands the needs of students across the disciplines.

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