Main description:

Podiatry: A Psychological Approach 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.

Contents:

About the authors vii Preface viii Introduction: Using case-based learning xi 1 The sociology of podiatry as a profession 1 2 Issues faced by newly qualified podiatrists 7 3 The effects of culture on behavioural change 12 4 Autonomy in private practice and the need to undertake continuous professional development 20 5 Psychological and physical problems faced by middle-aged pre-menopausal women 24 6 Symptoms of a work-related injury 37 7 Health decision-making based on the theory of reasoned action 44 8 The psychology of personality, addiction and aggression 52 9 Communication through an interpreter 60 10 The psychological effects of bereavement 67 11 The relationship between socio-economic status and health 75 12 Working with patients who have a dual diagnosis 81 13 Complex interactions illustrating the need for good interpersonal and communication skills 88 14 The importance of confidentiality and negotiating informed consent 95 15 Safety and independence: considerations when dealing with early-stage dementia 100 16 Professional boundaries 107 17 Homelessness and people with complex needs 115 18 Social factors versusmedical needs 121 19 The importance of positivity 130 20 Adolescence: the development and exploration of the self, self-esteem and social identity136 21 Behavioural change144 22 The influence of religion and spirituality on health153 23 The effect of the death of a patient162 24 Challenging the current practice in podiatry170 25 Coda 176 References 181 Index 197