Understanding Human Behavior: A Guide for Health Care Professionals (Mindtap Course List)

Understanding Human Behavior: A Guide for Health Care Professionals (Mindtap Course List)
by: Alyson Honeycutt (Author)
Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning
Edition: 10th
Publication Date: 20 Mar. 2023
Language: English
Print Length: 352 pages
ISBN-10: 0357618602
ISBN-13: 9780357618608
Book Description
Inspiring your future as a health care professional, Honeycutt’s UNDERSTANDING HUMAN BEHAVIOR, 10th Edition, delivers reliable, practical information that equips you with a solid understanding of basic psychological and behavioral concepts from a health care perspective. Updated with the latest industry trends and examples, it streamlines coverage spanning a wide, useful range of important mental health topics — and their implications for you as a health care professional. It includes updated coverage of cultural bias and competence; developmental disorders; trauma-informed care; drug use in the U.S.; alternative, complementary and integrative medicine; stress-management and much more. This powerful resource presents both client and caregiver perspectives, exploring the behaviors, emotions and coping mechanisms you may encounter in a variety of health care situations and settings. Practical examples and activities help you apply what you learn to real-world scenarios.

About the Author

About the Author Alyson Honeycutt, M.A., N.C.C., is a National Certified Counselor and licensed school counselor. She holds advanced degrees from North Carolina State University and Appalachian State University and has taught parenting and literacy classes as well as teaching students with learning, emotional and behavioral disabilities. She has also served as an English instructor at the college level and as a district-level behavior support coordinator in public schools. Alyson currently works as a health and wellness coach.