As per NEP 2020, Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) provided new syllabus oriented B.Pharm 1st Semester Healthcare Psychology and Communication Skills – BP103T Book PDF Download link given below.
| Book Name | Healthcare Psychology and Communication Skills Textbook |
|---|---|
| Author’s Name | H. Seikh, M. Mollick |
| Publication Name | TPS Publication |
| Editions | 1st Edition, Sep 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Book Size | 6.40 MB |
Topic to be Covered in this Subjects:
UNIT-1: Introduction to Psychology in Healthcare
- Definition, scope, and relevance of psychology in health sciences.
- Branches of psychology with healthcare relevance: clinical, health, behavioural, and developmental psychology. Sensation, perception, and attention in clinical assessment.
- Learning and memory: reinforcement in health behaviour change. Emotion and motivation: theories and implications in health contexts.
UNIT-2: Developmental and Behavioural Psychology
- Human developmental stages and healthcare needs. Personality theories and patient interaction styles. Psychological factors affecting illness perception and recovery. Common psychological disorders in
- healthcare: anxiety, depression, and somatization. Coping strategies, resilience, and stress management techniques.
UNIT-3: Foundations of Health Communication
- Elements and models of communication in healthcare.
- Types of communication: interpersonal, group, mass, and telehealth communication.
- Barriers to effective communication in clinical settings.
- Active listening, questioning techniques, and empathy.
- Culturally appropriate and inclusive communication.
UNIT-4: Professional Communication in Healthcare Settings
- Communication with patients, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams.
- Delivering difficult news and handling emotionally charged situations.
- Legal and ethical issues in health communication (confidentiality, consent).
- Writing patient records, reports, and discharge summaries.
- Use of technology and digital communication tools in healthcare services.
UNIT-5: Health Psychology and Behavioural Interventions
- Health belief models and illness behaviour.
- Psychosomatic illnesses and the mind–body connection.
- Behaviour change theories (e.g., CBT, TTM) in treatment adherence.
- Psychological first aid and crisis communication.
- Mental health promotion and stigma reduction through communication.
Subject Objectives:
The objectives of this course are to:
- Introduce the fundamental concepts and branches of psychology relevant to healthcare.
- Help students understand human behavior, development, and psychological responses to illness.
- Develop awareness of common psychological disorders and coping mechanisms in healthcare contexts.
- Equip students with effective health communication skills for clinical and community settings.
- Promote professional interaction with patients, caregivers, and healthcare teams through ethical and empathetic communication.
Subject Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the students will be able to:
- Explain the fundamental concepts of psychology and their relevance in healthcare settings.
- Describe the stages of human development, personality traits, and behavioral responses associated with illness and recovery.
- Apply effective communication models and techniques in clinical and interdisciplinary healthcare scenarios.
- Demonstrate professional communication skills including active listening, empathetic interaction, and accurate clinical documentation.
- Analyze psychological and behavioral interventions that promote mental health, treatment adherence, and stigma reduction.