Psychology and Neurolinguistic Programming in Patient Care
This course teaches medical doctors and health practitioners how psychological principles apply in medical settings. You’ll learn to recognise psychosocial factors that contribute to health issues, improve patient communication, and integrate psychological perspectives into treatment.
Better communication skills and understanding of psychosocial factors improve patient relationships and treatment adherence. Recognising early psychological signs leads to more effective interventions.
This is an introduction to essential psychological principles that help you understand the underlying causes of disease. It gives you a foundation to integrate psychology into medical practice.
Course Structure
The course covers the interaction between biology, psychology, and social factors in human health. You’ll study neuroplasticity, gene expression, and how thoughts affect physical wellbeing. Case studies and exercises teach you to apply these concepts in clinical settings.
The course includes one introductory module and four main modules:
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| Module 1 |
Bio-Psycho-Social Model
The mind-body interaction and how individual psychology affects genes and DNA.
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| Module 2 |
Social Environment & Genetics
How social environment impacts genes and DNA. Methods to reduce the effects of environmental stressors.
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| Module 3 |
Patient Communication
Practical communication approaches for different patient types, based on Felix Economakis's experience with thousands of patients from diverse backgrounds.
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| Module 4 |
Common Psychological Conditions
Anxiety, depression, OCD, and eating disorders from different clinical perspectives. New insights into the human psyche and treatment approaches.
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