Psychological Treatment of Cardiac Patients (Clinical Health Psychology Series) 1st Edition

Psychological Foundations for Working with Cardiac Patients
By Matthew Burg

Chronic heart disease affects more than 17 million Americans, with mental health and lifestyle factors contributing significantly to its daily impact. In this concise yet comprehensive guide, Matthew Burg, a leading expert in the psychosocial dimensions of cardiovascular medicine, equips mental health professionals with the essential tools and insights needed to effectively support patients living with cardiac conditions.

Key Features:

• Bridges Psychology and Cardiology: Explains how mental health practitioners can play a vital role in helping cardiac patients adapt to their illness, manage treatment demands, and improve quality of life.
• Behavioral and Emotional Interventions: Offers evidence-based strategies for modifying unhealthy behaviors, supporting adherence to medical regimens, and managing the emotional challenges of procedures such as cardiac surgeries and implantable devices.
• Comprehensive Approach to Comorbidities: Covers assessment and treatment of depression, anxiety, sleep disturbances, and sexual dysfunction, common psychological issues accompanying heart disease.
• Focus on Relationships and Social Context: Highlights the crucial influence of family dynamics and social networks in both the development and management of cardiovascular conditions.
• End-of-Life and Palliative Care: Applies the palliative care framework to guide clinicians in providing comfort and psychological support for patients confronting advanced disease or end-of-life challenges.

Ideal For:
Psychologists, psychiatrists, counselors, and other behavioral health professionals seeking to integrate mental health care into cardiovascular medicine, improve patient outcomes, and foster holistic cardiac recovery