Enhancing doctor-patient relationship: the humanistic approach.

Area of Science:

• Medical Sociology
• Psychology
• Healthcare Communication

Background:

• The doctor-patient relationship is a unique social bond aimed at achieving patient treatment goals.
• A positive therapeutic alliance fosters patient engagement, treatment success, and malpractice risk reduction.

Purpose of the Study:

• To highlight the significance of the humanistic and person-centered approaches in optimizing the doctor-patient relationship.
• To underscore the impact of specific therapeutic elements on treatment outcomes.

Main Methods:

• Review of humanistic and person-centered theories in therapeutic relationships.
• Analysis of core elements: congruence, unconditional positive regard, and empathy.
• Application of these principles in daily medical consultations.

Main Results:

• Humanistic approach emphasizes self-actualization, belonging, and self-esteem.
• Person-centered approach identifies congruence, unconditional positive regard, and empathy as key.
• These elements are vital for successful therapeutic processes.

Conclusions:

• Implementing genuineness, positive regard, and empathy in medical consultations strengthens the therapeutic relationship.
• A well-established doctor-patient bond is fundamental for achieving treatment goals and improving patient care.