About Book
The Text Book of Health Care Psychology and Communication Skills is a comprehensive and student-friendly resource designed to bridge the gap between psychological principles and their practical application in healthcare settings. It begins with a clear introduction to psychology, explaining its definition, scope, and relevance in modern health sciences. The book explores key branches such as clinical, health, behavioural, and developmental psychology, emphasizing their role in patient care and clinical assessment. Fundamental concepts like sensation, perception, attention, learning, and memory are explained with direct clinical relevance. It further highlights how emotion and motivation influence patient behaviour and treatment outcomes. The section on developmental and behavioural psychology provides insight into human growth stages and corresponding healthcare needs. Personality theories are discussed to help healthcare professionals better understand patient interactions. The text also explains psychological factors that affect illness perception and recovery processes. Common psychological disorders such as anxiety, depression, and somatization are presented in a simplified and practical manner. Strategies for coping, resilience building, and stress management are also emphasized. The book then moves into the foundations of health communication, outlining essential elements and models used in healthcare settings. It covers different types of communication including interpersonal, group, and telehealth communication. Barriers to effective communication are clearly identified along with practical solutions. Important skills such as active listening, questioning, and empathy are discussed in detail. Cultural sensitivity and inclusive communication are also highlighted as essential components of patient care. The section on professional communication focuses on interactions with patients, caregivers, and healthcare teams. It provides guidance on delivering difficult news and handling emotionally sensitive situations. Legal and ethical aspects such as confidentiality and informed consent are thoroughly explained. The book also includes practical guidance on writing patient records and clinical reports. The use of digital tools and modern communication technologies in healthcare is also discussed. In the final section, the book introduces health psychology and behavioural interventions. It explains health belief models and their impact on patient behaviour. Psychosomatic relationships and the mind-body connection are explored in depth. Behaviour change theories like CBT and the transtheoretical model are applied to treatment adherence. The concept of psychological first aid and crisis communication is also included. The book concludes with an emphasis on mental health promotion and stigma reduction through effective communication. Overall, it serves as an essential guide for students and healthcare professionals aiming to develop both psychological understanding and strong communication skills
About Author
Ramenani Hari Babu is a Professor at Amity Institute of Pharmacy, Amity University, Gwalior with over 24 years of teaching and research experience. He has published peer reviewed research papers, had 6 patents, and authored several books and book chapters. His expertise includes Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Translational Research, and Pharmacogenomics. He is a recipient of the Young Scientist Award (2024) from Association of Biotechnology and Pharmacy.
Dr. Nishi Fatma is a distinguished Professor of Psychology with over 22 years of extensive teaching and academic experience at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. She holds a Ph.D. and has completed postdoctoral research at Aligarh Muslim University. She has served in several key academic and administrative roles, including as Head of the Department at NIMS University, Jaipur, Rajasthan. Her areas of expertise include mental health, educational psychology, and psychosocial research. Dr. Fatma has made significant contributions to academia through numerous research publications, books, and conference presentations, and has successfully supervised doctoral and postgraduate research scholars. Widely respected for her commitment to academic excellence, she is known for her innovative teaching methodologies and dedication to holistic student development, along with her active involvement in institutional governance and professional organizations, reflecting her leadership and service to the academic community.
Dr. Nishi Fatma is a distinguished Professor of Psychology with over 22 years of extensive teaching and academic experience at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. She holds a Ph.D. and has completed postdoctoral research at Aligarh Muslim University. She has served in several key academic and administrative roles, including as Head of the Department at NIMS University, Jaipur, Rajasthan. Her areas of expertise include mental health, educational psychology, and psychosocial research. Dr. Fatma has made significant contributions to academia through numerous research publications, books, and conference presentations, and has successfully supervised doctoral and postgraduate research scholars. Widely respected for her commitment to academic excellence, she is known for her innovative teaching methodologies and dedication to holistic student development, along with her active involvement in institutional governance and professional organizations, reflecting her leadership and service to the academic community.
Dr Baljeet Singh Khurana has completed his UG from S D college of pharmacy Barnala Punjab, PG from Vinayaka Mission University Tamil Nadu PhD (Pharmacognosy) from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam University Indore MP. The author is having academic experience of 18 years. He has published 50+ research and review articles in international and national journals. Worked as Associate Professor at Adesh University Bathinda and Principal at Guru Teg Bahadur Group Malout (Punjab), presently working as Director Campus at GRD Group of Colleges Malout. He is serving as General Secretary, IPGA Punjab State Branch & a Life member of APTI and other professional bodies. He is active reviewer and editorial member of various journals. He was awarded with various awards by several societies and organisations.
Dr. Sourabh Jain completed his undergraduate and postgraduate studies in Pharmacy (Pharmaceutics) from VNS Institute of Pharmacy, Bhopal (MP), and earned his Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences from Banasthali Vidyapith, Banasthali Niwai (Rajasthan). He qualified GATE in 2006 and also holds a diploma (HDCA) from AISECT. He possesses over 18 years of academic and research experience and has published more than 50 research and review articles in national and international journals. He has served as a Preclinical Scientist at Pinnacle Biomedical Research Institute (PBRI), Bhopal (MP). Additionally, he has worked as an Associate Professor at Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University, Indore, and as a Professor at Swami Vivekanand College of Pharmacy, Indore (MP). Currently, he is working as the Principal at Kewalshree Institute of Pharmacy, Indore. His areas of interest include preclinical research and novel drug delivery system (NDDS) formulation development. He is serving as the General Secretary of the Indian Pharmaceutical Graduates’ Association (IPGA), M.P. State Branch, and is also associated with Mahamana Malviya Mission, MP. He is a life member of APTI and other professional bodies. Furthermore, he actively contributes as a reviewer and editorial board member for various reputed journals.
Prof. (Dr.) Manoj Kumar Katual is a distinguished academician with over 18 years of teaching and research experience in pharmaceutical and healthcare sciences. He currently serves as Professor and Principal at Florence College of Pharmacy and has previously held leadership roles as Dean and Head of Institutions across various universities in India. An accomplished researcher, he has published more than 125 scientific articles in reputed journals, conferences, and books indexed in SCI and Scopus. His scholarly impact is reflected through over 9,300 citations, an H-index of 42, and an i10-index of 210. Dr. Katual has also contributed extensively to academic literature, having authored and edited over 30 books and served as a Series and Guest Editor for multiple journals. His research interests focus on pharmaceutical formulations, biomedical sciences, and healthcare advancements. A recipient of numerous accolades, including repeated Research Excellence Awards and over 35 national and international honors, he was also recognized among India’s Top 2% Scientists in Pharmaceutical Sciences (2024).
