Podiatry : A Psychological Approach

by Anne Mandy (Principal Research Fellow, University of Brighton ); Kevin Lucas (Sr Lecturer in Health Psychology); Janet McInnes (Head of Podiatry School of Health ); Jodie Lucas

• ISBN13: 9780470746325
• ISBN10: 0470746327
• Format: eBook
• Copyright: 2009-05-01
• Publisher: Wiley

Summary

ls"Podiatry: Case Based Psychologyrs" provides a problem and case-based approach to understanding psychological and social difficulties commonly experienced by clients and presented to practitioners. This book is designed to be an introduction to important applied psychology in clinical practice. The main chapters are organized as individual patient case studies with relevant psychological theory attached. Attention is also given to social-psychological issues pertinent to both newly qualified and experienced podiatric practitioners.

Table of Contents

About the authors

Preface

Introduction: Using case-based learning

The sociology of podiatry as a profession

Issues faced by newly qualified podiatrists

The effects of culture on behavioural change

Autonomy in private practice and the need to undertake continuous professional development

Psychological and physical problems faced by middle-aged pre-menopausal women

Symptoms of a work-related injury

Health decision-making based on the theory of reasoned action

The psychology of personality, addiction and aggression

Communication through an interpreter

The psychological effects of bereavement

The relationship between socio-economic status and health

Working with patients who have a dual diagnosis

Complex interactions illustrating the need for good interpersonal and communication skills

The importance of confidentiality and negotiating informed consent

Safety and independence: considerations when dealing with early-stage dementia

Professional boundaries

Homelessness and people with complex needs

Social factors versusmedical needs

The importance of positivity

Adolescence: the development and exploration of the self, self-esteem and social identity

Behavioural change

The influence of religion and spirituality on health

The effect of the death of a patient

Challenging the current practice in podiatry

Coda

References

Index

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