Psychology for Nurses and the Caring Professions (Social Science for Nurses/ Caring Professions)

Payne, Sheila and Walker, Jan and Jarrett, Nikki and Smith, Paula

ISBN 10: 0335214622 / ISBN 13: 9780335214624

Published by Open University Press, 2004

Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. Though second-hand, the book is still in very good shape. Minimal signs of usage may include very minor creasing on the cover or on the spine. Name in front of book. Seller Inventory # CHL10674350

Synopsis:

What influences do psychological factors have in determining outcomes in health care? What are the different approaches within psychology which can be used to understand normal human functioning? The second edition of this text takes account of the considerable changes that have taken place in health care education and in the delivery of health services during the last ten years, as well as recent developments in health psychology.

About the Author: Dr Jan Walker is Senior Lecturer at University of Southampton. She is a health psychologist with a background in health visiting. Her research interests focus on chronic pain and well-being, particularly in later life. Sheila Payne is Professor of Palliative Care at the University of Sheffield. She is a health psychologist with a background in nursing. Sheila leads the Palliative and End-of-Life Research Group at the University of Sheffield. Her research agenda focuses on: psychological aspects of palliative and end-of-life care for older people, and psychological aspects of loss and bereavement. Dr Paula Smith is Lecturer at the University of Sheffield. She is a health psychologist with a background in community nursing. She has been involved in teaching aspects of applied psychology and health to both undergraduate and postgraduate nurses and health professionals. Her research interests are in psychological aspects of family caregiving in end-of-life situations within the community. Dr Nikki Jarrett is Lecturer at the University of Southampton. She is a health psychologist with a nursing background. She teaches psychology to both pre- and post- qualified student nurses. Her research interests are in cancer and palliative care and communication in the health care setting.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Psychology for Nurses and the Caring ...
Publisher: Open University Press
Publication Date: 2004
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Used; Very Good
Edition: 2nd Edition