Psychology for Medicine and Healthcare 4th edition by Visser

Psychology for Medicine and Healthcare, 4th edition by Visser, introduces the psychological concepts most relevant to clinical practice, patient care, and health behavior. Published by Sage, the text explores how cognition, emotion, stress, communication, development, personality, and social factors influence illness, treatment, and professional relationships. It helps medical, nursing, and health professions students understand patients as whole people within biological, psychological, and social contexts. With clear explanations and healthcare-focused examples, this edition supports courses that connect psychology to compassionate, evidence-informed practice in modern medicine and allied health.