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Use of a Psychophysiological Script-driven Imagery Experiment to Study Trauma-related Dissociation in Borderline Personality Disorder
Published on: March 8, 2018
Use of actors as standardized psychiatric patients
Norman L Keltner1, Joan S Grant, Dennis McLernon
1University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Nursing, Birmingham, AL 35205-1210, USA. nkeltner@uab.edu
Abstract:
Using actors in simulation provides opportunities for immersive, interactive, and reflective experiences to improve health care professionals' clinical expertise and practice. These experiences facilitate the development of enhanced critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills without risks to patients. This article discusses how to integrate actors and students into simulated experiences. Examples are provided using mental health simulations with actors as standardized psychiatric patients.
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