Midlands State University Library

Psychology and medical care /

Kent, Gerald

Psychology and medical care / Gerad Kent and Mary Dalgleish. - Berkshire, Eng. : Van Nostrand Reinhold (UK), 1983. - xii, 356 pages ill. ; 24 cm.

Includes bibliographies and index.

Provides an introduction to the central role of psychology in the understanding of health and illness. The text is divided into 3 main sections: basic psychological processes, human development, and doctor-patient communication. The attractive 2-color format highlights specific clinical topics for quick reference and includes a summary of key points in every chapter.

0442305176 (pbk.)


Medicine and psychology.
Psychology.
Medical care--Psychological aspects.
Behavior.
Psychology, Social.

R726.5