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Highly Commended (Basis of Medicine category), BMA Awards 2005. A highly practical account of communication for medical students, backed up with numerous case histories. In addition to the clinical interview the book covers other aspects of communication including how to promote healthy behaviour and the need for the doctor to work as part of the health care team.Table of ContentsIntroductionBasic Communication SkillsThe Medical HistoryGiving InformationBreaking Bad NewsTaking a Sexual HistoryCommunicating with Patients from Different Cultural BackgroundsGuidelines on Communicating with Children and Young peopleCommunication with a PatientÕs FamilyMistakes, Complaints and LitigationChallenging Consultations: Special Problems in Doctor-Patient CommunicationCommunicating with Patients and Colleagues: Learning More about How Personal Issues Affect Professional Relationships