The concept of the independent learner has become increasingly important within the higher
education sector. However, there appears to be no consensus and rarely any clarification of …

Holistic care is often a term widely associated with mental health professions, self help and
alternative therapies, and often wrongly deemed irrelevant by those working in the pre …

The inclusion of the social, behavioural and bio-sciences is acknowledged as essential to
the development of the art and science of nursing. Nonetheless, the literature highlights on …

Introduction The behavioural and social sciences (BeSS) are an integral part of dental
curricula, helping students become holistic, patient‐centred practitioners. Nevertheless, UK …

Recent moves by public health academics and social scientists for increased recognition of
the behavioural and social sciences (BeSS) in medical education in the UK have put the role …

This book is primarily for students of nursing who wish to progress on to the register.
However, it may also be used by students on health studies and health and social care …

Insights from the social sciences, including geography, sociology, and anthropology, have
long been incorporated into pre-registration nursing programmes. However, scholars have …

Geographers have long grappled with how their research can positively impact individuals,
communities and society. Demonstrating research impact is an increasingly important …

Sociology teachers often encounter students studying to be future health professionals;
sociology content can assist students to increase their understanding of patients, the social …

This case study presents a critical reflective account of a change to working practices in one
NHS Trust. To promote quality care and effective clinical decision making, a 'grand …