N 2010 Applied Dental Psychology
Emphasis is placed on enhancing the residents’ appreciation of the biopsychosocial complexities of their patients in an effort to demonstrate how these factors impact prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation. Empirical reports and clinical findings will be presented which highlight a variety of psychological issues which are directly related to oral health and oral healthcare delivery. Among the psychological entities discussed are: dental phobia, pain management, depression, anxiety, patient adherence, and practitioner- patient communication. In addition, seminar material will also focus on managing professional stress and burnout.