Effective Communication in Mental Health Nursing: A Key to Promoting Recovery

As identified by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), effective communication is a fundamental skill required of all mental health nurses. Building rapport and developing therapeutic relationships with service users is crucial, yet it doesn’t come naturally to everyone. To bridge this gap, our book provides a comprehensive guide to communication theories and models, showcasing their practical application in real-world scenarios.

The authors’ focus on promoting recovery and adopting a person-centered approach ensures that the service user’s voice is heard and valued. The book’s interactive style, complete with realistic scenarios and case studies, makes it easy for students to apply theoretical concepts to practical situations.

Key Features:

• Covers the communication content of the new NMC Standards and Essential Skills Clusters for pre-registration degree-level nursing education
• Focused on promoting recovery and adopting a person-centered approach
• Interactive style using realistic scenarios and case studies making theory easy to apply to practice
• Includes a chapter co-authored by a service user, offering a unique insight into their experiences and perspectives

By the end of this book, students will have developed the essential communication skills necessary to build effective relationships with service users and provide high-quality care. Our book is an invaluable resource for mental health nursing students, educators, and practitioners seeking to improve their communication skills and promote recovery.

Publisher: Learning Matters

Edition: 1st edition (May 30, 2014)

Language: English

Format: Hardcover, 160 pages

ISBN: 978-1446274798