Podiatry
Subtitle: a case based psychology
By: Anne Mandy, Kevin Lucas, Jodie Lucas ; with Janet McInnes.
Contributors: Lucas, Kevin, 1954-; Lucas, Jodie.
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
Published: 2009
Place of publication: Chichester, West Sussex; Hoboken
Language: eng
ISBN-13: 9780470519639
Subjects: Podiatry -- Psychological aspects; Podiatry -- Social aspects; Foot -- Diseases -- Psychological aspects; Foot Diseases -- psychology; Case Reports; Foot Diseases -- therapy; Physician-Patient Relations; Podiatry -- methods; Socioeconomic Factors
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: Sociology of the podiatry profession; title: Issues faced by newly qualified podiatrists; title: The effects of culture on behavioural change; title: Autonomy of private practice and need to undertake continuous professional development; title: Psychological and physical problems faced by middle aged pre-menopausal women; title: Symptoms of a work related injury; title: Health decision-making based on the theory of reasoned action; title: The psychology of personality : addictive and aggressive behaviours; title: Communication through a translator; title: The psychological effects of bereavement; title: The relationship between socio-economic status and health; title: Working with patients who have a dual diagnosis; title: Complex interactions illustrating the need for good interpersonal and communication skills; title: The importance of confidentiality and negotiating informed consent; title: Safety and independence considerations when dealing with early stage dementia; title: Professional boundaries; title: The complex needs of homeless people; title: Social factors versus medical needs; title: The importance of positivism; title: Adolescence : the development and exploration of the self, self-esteem, and social identity; title: Behaviour change; title: The influence of religion and spirituality on health; title: The effect of the death of a patient; title: Challenging the current practice in podiatry.