Key Studies

Directive Consultation Style

A healthcare method where the physician leads and makes decisions

Sharing Consultation Style

An interactive model promoting patient involvement and joint decision-making

Patient Satisfaction

How well patient needs are met during care

Follow-up Assessment

An evaluation post-consultation to check outcomes; defined amount of time

Monetary Incentives

Financial rewards to encourage specific health behaviors.

Pain Assessment Tools

Standardised scales and tools used to measure and evaluate patient’s pain

Ecological Validity

How research findings apply to real life

Profile of Mood States (POMS)

A tool for assessing mood states over time through a questionnaire

Relaxation Techniques

Various strategies/activities to relieve stress e.g. deep breathing

Social Desirability Bias

When people change answers to be socially acceptable to avoid criticisms

Active Listening

A communication technique focusing on concentrating, understanding, and responding to what the patient says

Patient Empowerment

Process where patients gain confidence and knowledge to make active healthcare decisions

Chronic Disease Management

Comprehensive approach that involves monitoring, lifestyle changes, and treatment adjustments for chronic conditions