Interpersonal trauma is ubiquitous and its impact on health has long been understood. Recently, however, the critical importance of this issue has been magnified in the public eye. A burgeoning literature has demonstrated the impact of traumatic experiences on mental and physical health, and many potential interventions have been proposed. This volume serves as a detailed, practical guide to trauma-informed care. Chapters provide guidance to both healthcare providers and organizations on strategies for adopting, implementing and sustaining principles of trauma-informed care. The first section maps out the scope of the problem and defines specific types of interpersonal trauma. The authors then turn to discussion of adaptations to care for special populations, including sexual and gender minority persons, immigrants, male survivors and Veterans as these groups often require more nuanced approaches. Caring for trauma-exposed patients can place a strain on clinicians, and approaches for fostering resilience and promoting wellness among staff are presented next. Finally, the book covers concrete trauma-informed clinical strategies in adult and pediatric primary care, and women’s health/maternity care settings. Using a case-based approach, the expert authors provide real-world front line examples of the impact trauma-informed clinical approaches have on patients’ quality of life, sense of comfort, and trust. Case examples are discussed along with evidence based approaches that demonstrate improved health outcomes. Written by experts in the field, Trauma-Informed Healthcare Approaches is the definitive resource for improving quality care for patients who have experienced trauma.

Research demonstrates that even if empathy – the capacity to perceive or share emotions with other beings or objects – is not part of a person’s communication skill set, it can be taught. Empathy can, therefore be viewed as an acquired communication skill. Cultivating and practicing the skill of empathy among health care providers enhances the quality of care experienced by their patients which, in turn, can even improve work satisfaction for health care providers. Many communication textbooks or manuals for care giving professions primarily focus on specific communication skills and techniques. Cultivating Empathy takes a different approach; the book sets empathy as the foundation of all therapeutic interactions and teaches the reader to learn the art of empathy by using constructive approaches and research findings from social sciences and neuroscience. Cultivating Empathy is perfect for any student or practicing health care professional who has felt that there was an absence of rapport when interacting with clients or patients and their families. Real case narratives, dynamic interactive exercises and simulation techniques are also provided in this text to assist helpers to learn how to be more empathetic. Readers will gain awareness about human and emotional aspects of patient care, which will hopefully make a positive contribution to their professional practice.

Holistically addresses women's health, encompassing the needs of transgender and nonbinary individuals and considering ethnicity, social class, and disability/ableness Delivering incisive and comprehensive information on the healthcare needs of women, transgender, and nonbinary persons, the third edition of this distinguished text incorporates a strong focus on the provision of high value, equitable, and unbiased care. It expands research and clinical frameworks for understanding women's health to encompass transgender and nonbinary persons and places women’s health within a holistic perspective considering ethnicity, social class, and disability/ableness. All chapters are significantly updated with new evidence-based research, clinical updates and guidelines, drug information, Covid-related information, racism, and health disparities. This text also covers current and pertinent health topics such as substance use and abuse, mental health, early pregnancy decision-making, and LGBTQ+ care, as well as abundant integrated information on care of transgender and nonbinary individuals, and enhanced information on pregnancy and primary care issues that disproportionately affect females. The book is organized for ease of use and is comprised of three distinct but interrelated sections on theoretical frameworks to guide approach and care, health promotion and prevention, and managing health conditions. Rich instructor resources include mapping content to AACN Essentials, case studies, a test bank, and PowerPoint slides. New to the Third Edition: Focuses on providing equitable, unbiased care for all women including transgender and nonbinary individuals Updated with new evidence-based research, clinical updates and guidelines, drug information, Covid-related information, and racism and health disparities information Expanded information on care of transgender individuals Enhanced content on pregnancy and related issues Four-color presentation to enhance readability Incorporates content in WHNP and CNM national certification examination blueprints Key Features: Distills cutting-edge information on women's health issues through a sociocultural framework Edited by renowned scholar/educators for AP nursing students Organized to provide easy retrieval of clinical information Addresses genetics, LGBTQ+ health, endocrine-related problems, health considerations for women caregivers, dementia care, and more Includes relevant web resources and apps in each chapter Provides extensive instructor toolkit to foster critical thinking

Trauma-Informed Forensic Practice argues for placing trauma-informed practice and thinking at the heart of forensic services. It is written by forensic practitioners and service users from prison and forensic mental health, youth justice, and social care settings. It provides a compassionate theoretical framework for understanding the links between trauma and offending. It also gives practical guidance on working with issues that are particularly associated with a history of trauma in forensic settings, such as self-harm and substance use, as well as on working with groups who are particularly vulnerable to trauma, such as those with intellectual disabilities and military veterans. Finally, it considers organisational aspects of delivering trauma-informed care, not just for service users but for the staff who work in challenging and dangerous forensic environments. The book is the first of its kind to address such a broad range of issues and settings. It is aimed at forensic practitioners who wish to develop their own trauma-informed practice or trauma-responsive services. It also provides an accessible introduction to trauma-informed forensic practice for undergraduate and postgraduate students.

In this issue of Nursing Clinics of North America, guest editor and Certified Professional Cultural Intelligence I&II and Unconscious Bias Facilitator & Coach Dr. Angela Richard-Eaglin brings her considerable expertise to the topic of Vulnerable Populations. Conditions that compound and further compromise health outcomes for vulnerable, marginalized, and stigmatized populations have existed historically and continue to exist. Clinicians may not be aware of the additional circumstances that must be considered when caring for individuals from vulnerable populations. In this issue, top experts focus on information, strategies, and interventions that health care providers can apply in academic and clinical settings. - Contains 14 practice-oriented topics including health equity: integrating determinants of health in nursing curricula; vaccine stigma in the Black community; impact of structural racism on health equity and health outcomes; lived experiences of Black and Hispanic senior women: changes in social support needs and sources of social support during the COVID-19 pandemic; opioid overuse among marginalized populations; and more. - Provides in-depth clinical reviews on vulnerable populations, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. - Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.

Trauma-informed care is designed to assist persons who have experienced adversity and focuses on change at the clinical and organizational level. Its goals center around prevention, intervention, and treatments that are evidence-based, encourage resilience, and enhance coping. This textbook is designed to give a comprehensive overview of trauma-informed care to students and faculty involved in nursing care programs. Key features: · Explains the skill sets to assess and care for persons who have experienced trauma. · Emphasizes key principles of trauma-informed care · Includes the use of client-centered, person-centered, and resilience-based tools to deal with trauma · Recommends trauma recovery from a positive psychology and post-traumatic growth perspective · Utilizes a caring pedagogy intended to foster resilience and help offset the secondary traumatic stress and compassion fatigue experienced by student and practicing nurses. · Communicates the value of fostering psychological safety, compassion satisfaction, and joy in work · Includes narrative case studies and learning activities in all chapters to help the reader to actively engage with the subject matter. · Presents self-care strategies to enhance physical and emotional well-being.

This remarkable third edition offers a unique contribution to mental health literature. It covers the full spectrum of issues related to mental health and illness in Canada, incorporating insights from a diversity of physical and social science perspectives, to expand the way readers think about mental health. Interdisciplinary and reader-friendly, this engaging volume introduces students to a wide range of topics, including substance use, children and youth, trauma, culture, gender and sexuality, diagnosis and treatment, and population approaches. Updates to this edition comprise new insights on topics such as the opioid crisis, legalization of cannabis, changes to provincial mental health acts, and an expansion on previously included Indigenous mental health content. As an introductory text, A Concise Introduction to Mental Health in Canada provides a superb foundation for students of medicine, nursing, social work, psychology, and public health. FEATURES: - Authors weave practical examples and fundamental theory with contributions and anecdotes from their own careers - Robust pedagogy, including critical reflection questions, annotated further readings, helpful charts and figures, and more, makes this text essential reading - Provides a toolkit of evidence-based strategies and skills for students and practitioners looking to promote and maintain their own mental health and well-being

In this issue of Primary Care: Clinics in Office Practice, guest editors Drs. Amanda R. Kost and Karly Pippitt bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Adolescent Medicine. Top experts provide practical approaches to the evaluation, diagnosis, and management of common issues encountered in adolescents in primary care, including vaccination, parenting tips, cultural and generational issues, metabolic screening, LGBTQ health, and more. - Contains 12 relevant, practice-oriented topics including IEP: disability, autism, ADHD; harm reduction/MAT; mood disorders; gun violence, accidents, and injuries; relationship safety/IPV; and more. - Provides in-depth clinical reviews on adolescent medicine, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. - Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.

SIMKIN’S LABOR PROGRESS HANDBOOK Get ready to enhance your expertise in the world of childbirth with Simkin’s Labor Progress Handbook — a trusted resource tailored for childbirth medical practitioners This invaluable guide unravels the complexities of labor, equipping you with practical strategies to overcome challenges encountered along the way. Inside this comprehensive book, you’ll discover a wealth of low-technology, evidence-based interventions designed to prevent and manage difficult or prolonged labors. Grounded in research and practical experience, these approaches are tailored by doulas and clinicians to provide optimal care and achieve successful outcomes. The fifth edition of this prestigious text includes information on: Labor dystocia causes and early interventions and strategies promoting normal labor and birth Application of fetal heart rate monitoring (intermittent auscultation, continuous electronic fetal monitoring, and wireless telemetry) while promoting movement and labor progress The role of oxytocin and labor progress, and ethical considerations in oxytocin administration Prolonged prelabor and latent first through fourth stage labor, addressing factors associated with dystocia Positions, comfort measures and respectful care With meticulous referencing and clear, practical instructions throughout, Simkin’s Labor Progress Handbook continues to be a timely and accessible guide for novices and experts alike, including doulas, nurses, midwives, physicians, and students.