Articles tagged with Communication Skills
College students use various methods to prevent their female friends from engaging in risky sexual behavior while intoxicated, including persuading them not to go home with strangers and making sure they get home safely
A study found that important information is not fully conveyed during hospital hand-offs, even when physicians rate their communication as successful. Researchers emphasize the importance of educating doctors about effective communication skills and highlight the risks of increased hand-offs due to restricted work hours.
A commentary in JAMA emphasizes the importance of clarifying patient preferences and values during difficult diagnoses. Doctors can guide patients to use emotions and logical thinking skills together, framing information with multiple perspectives.
A study found that physician-patient communication training using the Four Habits Model can have a positive impact on the delivery of end-of-life care. The training increased professional satisfaction among physicians and enhanced their ability to express condolences, advance care planning discussions, and manage family emotions.
A new research project at Case Western Reserve University is developing simulated experiences for dental students to practice communicating with patients. The virtual scenarios aim to revolutionize dental education and national testing for patient-side communication skills.
Companions accompanying older adults during medical visits can improve patient satisfaction, especially among those in poorer health. The most helpful attributes of their involvement are active communication and interpersonal skills with the physician.
Researchers at the University of Washington have developed a model for effective physician-patient communication that enhances quality of care while using time wisely. The model focuses on establishing rapport, understanding the patient's perspective, and reaching a mutual agreement on a plan, allowing physicians to be more efficient w...
A study by McGill University found that physicians who score poorly on patient-physician communication skills exams are more likely to generate patient complaints. The exam's results prove its value in predicting patient complaints and could be used earlier in medical school admissions.
A Canadian study found that physicians who score poorly on the patient-physician communication portion of their national licensing examination are more likely to receive complaints from patients. The study, which included over 3,400 physicians, analyzed data and found a significant correlation between low communication scores and incre...
The Society for Experimental Biology is developing a new e-journal to showcase top UK undergraduate research. Interested stakeholders are keen to use the system, which aims to address concerns around copyright and incorporate online review procedures.
Doctors with poor communications skills struggle to engage patients due to computer placement, whereas those with good skills use eye contact and posture. The study emphasizes the importance of placing computers on moveable arms for optimal eye contact between doctors and patients.
A seven-month study found that parenting skills training improved attitudes towards alcohol and sex among rural black children. However, the training did not address the role of fathers, who were rarely involved in the sessions.
A study found that medical students lack sufficient training in critical skills like communication and interviewing, while another study showed course directors vary in teaching chronic care preparedness. To address these gaps, a new course at Johns Hopkins aims to improve patient-physician communication.
A new study published in JAMA found that comprehensive communications training significantly impacted medical student performance in areas such as devising treatment plans, developing doctor-patient relationships, and closing visits. The study involved three medical schools and compared students who received specialized communication t...
The study found that physicians can improve ICU end-of-life conferences by providing emotional support, listening to family members' concerns, and allowing them more time to speak. This leads to increased family satisfaction and reduced conflict during the conference.
A national survey of ICU directors found that over 85% identified at least one large barrier to end-of-life care, including unrealistic expectations and insufficient training in communication. The survey also revealed that widely endorsed strategies such as training and symptom management are not always available in institutions.
A study by Brown University found that medical residents feel unprepared to break bad news to kids and parents due to inadequate training. The residents ranked their comfort levels in sharing bad news with pediatric patients as lower than with adult patients.
A new perspective on communication emphasizes the need to consider all aspects, including nonverbal cues, spoken words, and environmental factors. Successful turn-taking communication is crucial, and physical touch requires verbal clarification. Video analysis can help improve communication skills.
A new study found that doctors who received training in communication skills showed significantly more positive attitudes towards psychosocial issues and exhibited patient-centered behavior. The results suggest that a three-day course can make a lasting impact on doctors' communication styles, leading to better patient outcomes.
A UK study found that intensive 3-day training courses improve cancer doctors' communication skills, leading to better patient care and increased empathy. The training included structured feedback, role-play, and discussion, resulting in improved use of focused questions, open-ended questions, and expressions of empathy.
A comprehensive program combining naltrexone, communication skills training, and cue exposure training significantly reduced heavy drinking days and urges to drink. Patients who received the communications and coping skills training were less likely to report a relapse day.
A study of older cardiac patients found that shared decision-making between doctors and patients was scarce, with many feeling uninformed about their treatment options. The authors highlight the importance of patients' preferences in healthcare decisions, particularly for those with quality of life and life expectancy concerns.
A new study finds that communication skills training can help doctors recognize patients with depression, a condition often missed at the primary care level. The training involves asking about psychosocial issues, using open-ended questions, and allowing more time for patients to talk.
UK researchers found that stroke patients with left hemisphere damage are perceived more negatively due to language problems, while those with right hemisphere damage exhibit nonverbal communicative deficits. Educating caregivers about these effects can help ease communication problems.
A NASA-led panel aims to create a road map for science communication, considering new technologies and their impact. The Research/Road Map group will focus on adding value to scientific research and communicating findings to the public.
Science Theatre engages new audiences for science through hands-on experiments and stage programs focusing on significant scientific topics. Volunteers gain valuable education and communication skills through the program.
The University at Buffalo's School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences is developing a model program to teach medical students and resident physicians empathy and communication skills. The project will use standardized cases and patients to present typical situations they may face in their practices.
A massive study found that primary care physicians who communicated effectively with patients during office visits had lower rates of malpractice claims. The researchers discovered specific conversational behaviors, such as facilitation and humor, that were associated with reduced risk of lawsuits.
A new study by Ohio University's Center for Teaching Excellence found that 40% of students reported improved learning in courses with e-mail and internet use. The study surveyed over 700 students in 13 classes, revealing that more students gain from electronic communication, becoming prepared for a tech-savvy world.