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Rehabilitation psychology is one of the fastest growing fields in psychology and involves the application of psychological theory, research, and practice to the assessment and treatment of individuals with disabilities and chronic health conditions. Rehabilitation psychologists aim to optimize outcomes in terms of health, independence, and daily functioning while also minimizing secondary health problems. Moreover, rehabilitation psychologists work across healthcare and educational settings to provide assessment and clinical care, conduct research, increase knowledge, and advocate for changes to enhance the lives of individuals with disabilities and their families. The second edition of The Oxford Handbook of Rehabilitation Psychology provides foundational knowledge and an evidence-based overview of the psychological theory, processes, and multi-level interventions that are critical in the prevention and management of the consequences of illness and injury. Bringing together a range of perspectives and expertise as well as contributions from international researchers and practitioners, this volume is guided by a biopsychosocial framework and informed by the World Health Organization's International Classification of Function. Including 46 chapters across four sections, the Handbook includes chapters on the background and theory of rehabilitation psychology, cross cutting issues in the field, clinical applications and diagnostic information, and professional issues and future challenges. The chapters also highlight the research evidence associated with critical areas, applied interventions, and wider conceptual, clinical, and professional themes associated with disability and society. Overall, this edition provides a comprehensive update to the relevant psychological processes and associated interventions that are critical in enabling individuals and society to manage the consequences of disability and chronic disease.

Rehabilitation psychology is one of the fastest growing fields in psychology and involves the application of psychological theory, research, and practice to the assessment and treatment of individuals with disabilities and chronic health conditions. Rehabilitation psychologists aim to optimize outcomes in terms of health, independence, and daily functioning while also minimizing secondary health problems. Moreover, rehabilitation psychologists work across healthcare and educational settings to provide assessment and clinical care, conduct research, increase knowledge, and advocate for changes to enhance the lives of individuals with disabilities and their families. The second edition of The Oxford Handbook of Rehabilitation Psychology provides foundational knowledge and an evidence-based overview of the psychological theory, processes, and multi-level interventions that are critical in the prevention and management of the consequences of illness and injury. Bringing together a range of perspectives and expertise as well as contributions from international researchers and practitioners, this volume is guided by a biopsychosocial framework and informed by the World Health Organization's International Classification of Function. Including 46 chapters across four sections, the Handbook includes chapters on the background and theory of rehabilitation psychology, cross cutting issues in the field, clinical applications and diagnostic information, and professional issues and future challenges. The chapters also highlight the research evidence associated with critical areas, applied interventions, and wider conceptual, clinical, and professional themes associated with disability and society. Overall, this edition provides a comprehensive update to the relevant psychological processes and associated interventions that are critical in enabling individuals and society to manage the consequences of disability and chronic disease.

Rehabilitation psychology is one of the fastest growing fields in psychology and involves the application of psychological theory, research, and practice to the assessment and treatment of individuals with disabilities and chronic health conditions. Rehabilitation psychologists aim to optimize outcomes in terms of health, independence, and daily functioning while also minimizing secondary health problems. Moreover, rehabilitation psychologists work across healthcare and educational settings to provide assessment and clinical care, conduct research, increase knowledge, and advocate for changes to enhance the lives of individuals with disabilities and their families. The second edition of The Oxford Handbook of Rehabilitation Psychology provides foundational knowledge and an evidence-based overview of the psychological theory, processes, and multi-level interventions that are critical in the prevention and management of the consequences of illness and injury. Bringing together a range of perspectives and expertise as well as contributions from international researchers and practitioners, this volume is guided by a biopsychosocial framework and informed by the World Health Organization's International Classification of Function. Including 46 chapters across four sections, the Handbook includes chapters on the background and theory of rehabilitation psychology, cross cutting issues in the field, clinical applications and diagnostic information, and professional issues and future challenges. The chapters also highlight the research evidence associated with critical areas, applied interventions, and wider conceptual, clinical, and professional themes associated with disability and society. Overall, this edition provides a comprehensive update to the relevant psychological processes and associated interventions that are critical in enabling individuals and society to manage the consequences of disability and chronic disease.

Medical rehabilitation and the management of chronic health conditions requires patients to be proactive and engaged in their health care. This need for active partnership between patients and rehabilitation professionals takes place in an evolving health care environment that calls for patient-centered care with a greater focus on patient experience and improved outcomes. Rehabilitation professionals need strategies and tools to build trusting therapeutic alliances, support goal-setting, and promote behavior change to engage patients as collaborative partners.Motivational interviewing (MI) is an evidenced-based approach shown to change behaviors and increase engagement in many patient populations. The foundational concepts and skills of MI emphasize building a collaborative relationship in which the person's autonomy is respected and their personal goals are clarified and pursued, empowering individuals towards goal attainment and independence, consistent with the ethos of rehabilitation settings. The goals of the book are to 1) provide rehabilitation professionals with the knowledge of MI; 2) describe how this approach can be applied by a range of rehabilitation professionals working with persons with a wide range of impairments and chronic health problems; and 3) deliver strategies for implementing MI training and evaluation in rehabilitation settings.

Medical rehabilitation and the management of chronic health conditions requires patients to be proactive and engaged in their health care. This need for active partnership between patients and rehabilitation professionals takes place in an evolving health care environment that calls for patient-centered care with a greater focus on patient experience and improved outcomes. Rehabilitation professionals need strategies and tools to build trusting therapeutic alliances, support goal-setting, and promote behavior change to engage patients as collaborative partners.Motivational interviewing (MI) is an evidenced-based approach shown to change behaviors and increase engagement in many patient populations. The foundational concepts and skills of MI emphasize building a collaborative relationship in which the person''s autonomy is respected and their personal goals are clarified and pursued, empowering individuals towards goal attainment and independence, consistent with the ethos of rehabilitation settings. The goals of the book are to 1) provide rehabilitation professionals with the knowledge of MI; 2) describe how this approach can be applied by a range of rehabilitation professionals working with persons with a wide range of impairments and chronic health problems; and 3) deliver strategies for implementing MI training and evaluation in rehabilitation settings.

Medical rehabilitation and the management of chronic health conditions requires patients to be proactive and engaged in their health care. This need for active partnership between patients and rehabilitation professionals takes place in an evolving health care environment that calls for patient-centered care with a greater focus on patient experience and improved outcomes. Rehabilitation professionals need strategies and tools to build trusting therapeutic alliances, support goal-setting, and promote behavior change to engage patients as collaborative partners.Motivational interviewing (MI) is an evidenced-based approach shown to change behaviors and increase engagement in many patient populations. The foundational concepts and skills of MI emphasize building a collaborative relationship in which the person''s autonomy is respected and their personal goals are clarified and pursued, empowering individuals towards goal attainment and independence, consistent with the ethos of rehabilitation settings. The goals of the book are to 1) provide rehabilitation professionals with the knowledge of MI; 2) describe how this approach can be applied by a range of rehabilitation professionals working with persons with a wide range of impairments and chronic health problems; and 3) deliver strategies for implementing MI training and evaluation in rehabilitation settings.

This easy-access guide summarizes the dynamic specialty of rehabilitation psychology, focusing on real-world practice in the medical setting. It begins by placing readers at the frontlines of practice with a solid foundation for gathering information and communicating effectively with patients, families, and staff. The book’s topics run a wide gamut of patient conditions (neurological, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular), related problems (sleep and fatigue issues, depression) and practitioner responses (encouraging coping and compliance, pediatric and geriatric considerations). Models of disability and adaptation, review of competency concerns, and guidelines for group and individual therapy offer evidence-based insights for helping patients manage their health conditions, benefit from rehabilitation interventions, and prepare for their post-rehabilitation lives and activities.Coverage spotlights these core areas:·Basics and biopsychosocial practicalities, from behavioral medicine and psychopharmacology to ethical and forensic issues.·Populations, problems, and procedures, including stroke, TBI, substance abuse, transplants, and severe mental illness.·Assessment and practical interventions such as pain, anxiety, cognitive functioning, and more.·Consultation, advocacy, and interdisciplinary teams.·Practice management, administration, and professional self-care.·Research, technology, and program evaluation.Practical Psychology in Medical Rehabilitation is an essential professional development tool for novice (and a refresher for veteran) psychologists and neuropsychologists, as well as rehabilitation physicians, nurses, therapists, psychiatrists, and social workers. It presents in depth both the hallmarks of the specialty and the nuts and bolts of being a valuable team player in a medical setting.

This easy-access guide summarizes the dynamic specialty of rehabilitation psychology, focusing on real-world practice in the medical setting. It begins by placing readers at the frontlines of practice with a solid foundation for gathering information and communicating effectively with patients, families, and staff. The book’s topics run a wide gamut of patient conditions (neurological, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular), related problems (sleep and fatigue issues, depression) and practitioner responses (encouraging coping and compliance, pediatric and geriatric considerations). Models of disability and adaptation, review of competency concerns, and guidelines for group and individual therapy offer evidence-based insights for helping patients manage their health conditions, benefit from rehabilitation interventions, and prepare for their post-rehabilitation lives and activities.

Coverage spotlights these core areas:

·Basics and biopsychosocial practicalities, from behavioral medicine and psychopharmacology to ethical and forensic issues.

·Populations, problems, and procedures, including stroke, TBI, substance abuse, transplants, and severe mental illness.

·Assessment and practical interventions such as pain, anxiety, cognitive functioning, and more.

·Consultation, advocacy, and interdisciplinary teams.

·Practice management, administration, and professional self-care.

·Research, technology, and program evaluation.

Practical Psychology in Medical Rehabilitation is an essential professional development tool for novice (and a refresher for veteran) psychologists and neuropsychologists, as well as rehabilitation physicians, nurses, therapists, psychiatrists, and social workers. It presents in depth both the hallmarks of the specialty and the nuts and bolts of being a valuable team player in a medical setting.