Enhancing Healthcare Quality the Integral Role of Psychologists and Psychological Practices
*Corresponding Author: Pony Adinia, Department of Neurosciences, Discipline of Psychiatry and Pediatric Psychiatry, Iuliu Ha葲ieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Romania, Email: padinia@gmail.comReceived Date: Aug 03, 2024 / Published Date: Aug 31, 2024
Citation: Pony A (2024) Enhancing Healthcare Quality the Integral Role of Psychologists and Psychological Practices. Psychol Psychiatry 8: 219.
Copyright: © 2024 Pony A. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited.
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Abstract
The integration of psychological principles and practices into healthcare has become increasingly recognized as essential for enhancing the quality of care. This paper examines the vital role that psychologists play in healthcare quality improvement, focusing on their contributions to patient outcomes, healthcare team dynamics, and overall service delivery. Through the application of evidence-based psychological interventions, such as cognitivebehavioral therapy and motivational interviewing, healthcare systems have seen significant improvements in patient satisfaction, treatment adherence, and reduced readmission rates. Additionally, the presence of psychologists within healthcare teams fosters better communication, reduces burnout, and promotes a more holistic approach to patient care. This paper also discusses the challenges associated with integrating psychological services into traditional healthcare systems and proposes strategies to overcome these barriers. The findings underscore the necessity of incorporating psychological expertise in quality improvement initiatives to achieve more effective, efficient, and patient-centered healthcare.
