The nocebo effect

In this episode Dawn White explores how language in healthcare impacts patient outcomes, focusing on the nocebo effect - where words can unintentionally harm.

Topics

Intro.
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Studying how language affects patient care in healthcare settings.
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The nocebo effect explained.
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Studies illustrating the nocebo effect.
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How the nocebo effect manifests.
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How the brain reacts to negative expectations or suggestions.
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Influences beyond direct patient interactions.
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A cohesive team is essential.
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Harmful language, Why do we continue to use it?
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Minimizing harmful communication, tips & practical strategies.
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Reframing difficult conversations while still being transparent.
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Enhancing Communication for Healing
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What to say to those who feel they already communicate well.
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Team training and a cohesive patient-centered comms strategy.
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The one change you can make today.
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Be curious about language
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Presenter

Dawn White

GP Educator

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Dawn is a GP and GP Educator with a Special Interest in Supervision, Palliative Care, Communication Skills, Pain/Symptom management and the use of hypnotic language in clinical settings, sports and performance. She has over 30 years’ experience in General Practice and has been an Examiner and Clinical Exam Case Writer for RNZCGP and is currently a Fellowship Assessor.