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Risk, Communication and Health Psychology

By Dianne Berry

Risk, Communication and Health Psychology Medicine

Risk, Communication and Health Psychology

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"...this text...will become a reference for years to come." Health Expectations >The book examines:Risk: defining and explaining how the term is used by different disciplines, how its meanings have changed over time and how the general public understand it Health communication and the effects on health behaviours Effective risk communication to individuals and the wider publicEffectiveness of patient information leaflets, and strategies for improving oral and written health communications The cognitive and emotional issues at stake for patients in understanding risk and health informationThe use of new technologies in risk and health communicationEthical issues, and the future of risk communication

Using examples from disciplines including psychology, sociology, health, medicine, pharmacy, statistics and business and management, this book is key reading for students who need to understand the effect of risk in health psychology as well as for health professionals interested in doctor-patient communication, informed consent and patient welfare.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Edition:
1
Number of Pages:
186
Release Date:
2004-05-01
Publication Date:
2004-05-31
Publisher:
OPEN UNIV PR
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
0335213510
ISBN13:
9780335213511
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
304 g
Height:
151 cm
Width:
231 cm
Thickness:
14 cm
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