Good leadership in medicine is crucial, but unfortunately, often woefully inadequate. Serving as a guide for those in, or considering, leadership positions in academic medicine, readers will learn how to work within a team, manage unforeseen crises, and to embrace mistakes as opportunities for growth.
Most leadership development activity in health and social care has been intra-organisational or confined to a particular sector. However, there is increasing recognition of the need to move beyond simple collaboration and partnership and work towards different models of care which involve addressing the whole health and social care system.
This essential book shows practitioners how they can engage with teens' online lives to support their mental health. It looks at the positive effects online spaces have on mental health, as well as the risks such as bullying, sexting, and addiction. It also provides a framework to help teens develop resilience in respect of their internet use.
Life experiences, anecdotes and suggestions from an experienced GP and GP trainer focusing on the emotional intelligence required to be a great GP. The book consists of short chapters so the busy GP can dip in and out - each chapter helps the reader re-centre on the core skills and techniques needed to be a great GP.
Volunteers will have a vital role in delivering the services of the future. This book explores volunteering in hospice and palliative care worldwide, analysing how and why volunteering is changing. Key topics discussed include influences of culture, legislation, and the place of volunteering within the multi-professional team.