Psychology in Diabetes Care 2e: 12 (Practical Diabetes) - Tapa dura

Understanding psychosocial problems and barriers in diabetes can enable health care professionals to assist their patients more effectively. This second edition of Psychology in diabetes care provides background information and practical guidelines, addressing the specific cognitive, emotional and behavioural issues related to the (self-)management of diabetes. All the original material has been updated and it contains new chapters on self-management education, psychological assessment and screening, and group interventions.  In addition, all chapters feature a ‘Practice Implications’ section to enhance the practical utility of the book.

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• provides a broad and evidence-based perspective on the psychological implications of diabetes in different age groups
• includes contributions on key issues in clinical diabetes
• combines a theoretical and practice-oriented approach to psychological care for people with diabetes

Psychology in Diabetes Care offers a comprehensive summary of current psychological knowledge as it relates to diabetes care, invaluable for professionals, such as physicians, nurse specialists and health psychologists, as well as students and academics with an interest in diabetes.