Reviews

Health Communication: Theoretical and critical perspectives

This frank and bold text sets out to dispel assumptions and fill a much-needed gap in health communication literature

Working Together in Clinical Supervision: A Guide for Supervisors and Supervisees

A useful, well-written book primarily aimed at less experienced supervisors and supervisees. It would be most suited to busy mental health professionals seeking an up-to-date and concise text to guide their clinical supervision

Book review: Snowball in a Blizzard: The Tricky Problem of Uncertainty in Medicine

Retired practice development nurse Valerie McGurk reviews Snowball in a Blizzard: The Tricky Problem of Uncertainty in Medicine

Pain: A Sociological Introduction

Individual stories that will resonate with those who experience pain are included in this book, which is a refreshing and easy read while tackling a wide topic in an informative way

Recovery in Mental Health Nursing

The blurb on the back cover says this book is for nurses and other professionals in mental health practice, but the contents are clearly directed towards nursing students

Positive Communication: Activities to reduce isolation and improve the wellbeing of...

Useful activities to help boost confidence, self-esteem and wellbeing in older people

Transition to Nursing: Preparation for practice

An easy-to-read book focusing on the final year of nursing studies

Out of the Woods: A journey through depression and anxiety

Brent Williams provides a compelling insight into the experience of depression told mainly through pictures

Psychological Therapies for Survivors of Torture: A human-rights approach with people...

A useful reference for nurses working with refugees or those teaching nursing students

Healing in a Hospital: Scientific evidence that spiritual healing improves health

A healer's experience of working in the NHS

Book review: Treating Body and Soul – A clinicians’ guide to supporting the physical,...

Little is added to the debate on spirituality and care by the outdated ideas in this book

Book review: Soft Law and Global Health Problems

This engaging book looks at inequality in global healthcare provision and the laws that support it

Clinical Placements: Pocket Guides for Student Nurses

A practical guide to help students navigate and flourish in placements

Ethics at the End of Life – New Issues and Arguments

This book has a philosophical approach to end of life care rather than a nursing focus.

Clinical Examination Skills for Healthcare Professionals

Now in its second edition, this practical guide offers excellent yet concise content on an...

So…That’s why I’m Bonkers. A girl’s guide to surviving the menopause (First edition)

This is an interesting and detailed book about one woman’s battle with the menopause,...

Book Review: How to Do Your Research Project: A Guide for Students (Third edition)

Freelance health sciences researcher Patricia Jarrett reviews How to Do Your Research...

Book Review: Caring Matters Most

Book Review: Caring Matters Most.

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