Competent Health Psychologist Development
In 2,000-2,500-words, describe the attributes needed to become a competent health psychologist. Consider including information on counseling techniques, necessary personal characteristics, professional ethics, knowledge of health care and treatment methods, etc. Your answers should show an understanding of the future of health psychology.
Discuss the experience of a patient in the healthcare system.
Choose a specific health issue and then discuss the challenges patients with this health issue face when trying to:
- Form relationships with their health care providers
- Navigate the health care system
- Gain information about their health
- Adhere to treatment.
Discuss why the attributes you suggested are important. How will these attributes help you to become a successful professional in the field?
Recommend what health psychologists can do to improve patient experiences in any of these areas.
Use six to ten scholarly resources to support your explanations.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required
Scenario
Assume you work in health administration in a hospital system in a metropolitan area in the United States., The board of directors and CEO of the
hospital system have established a goal for the year to better address the health care needs of the community. ,You have been tasked with
establishing a physician outpatient clinic focused on treating an endemic health concern in your county.
Objective
You are to examine county health data to determine a health problem of prevalent need and to design a program that can help alleviate these
concerns in the community. Integral to program design are factors and considerations such as cost, staffing, facility, policies, and its potential
impact on vulnerable populations. The executives also want to ensure that the physicians, staff, and administrators are held to ethical and
leadership standards that align with the practices to promote a supportive work environment governed by transformational leadership. Competent Health Psychologist DevelopmentAPA