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Annotated bibliography of health care books for children
American Journal of Diseases of Children (1960)
|February 1, 1979
Insights
This bibliography offers annotated book recommendations to help healthcare providers and parents prepare children for medical visits. It serves as a valuable resource for pediatric healthcare.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Health
- Medical Education
- Child Psychology
Context:
- Children often experience anxiety regarding medical appointments.
- Effective preparation can mitigate fear and improve cooperation during healthcare interactions.
- Parents and healthcare providers need accessible resources to guide this preparation.
Purpose:
- To compile a comprehensive bibliography of books for preparing children for medical contacts.
- To annotate and rate these publications based on utility and affordability.
- To provide a practical reference for pediatric healthcare professionals and caregivers.
Summary:
- A curated list of books designed to help children understand and cope with medical procedures and visits.
- Each book entry includes annotations detailing its content, suitability, and cost-effectiveness.
- The bibliography focuses on resources for physicians, healthcare providers, and parents.
Impact:
- Enhances the ability of healthcare providers to prepare pediatric patients for medical encounters.
- Empowers parents with tools to reduce children's anxiety about healthcare.
- Contributes to a more positive and less stressful healthcare experience for children.
Abstract:
We present a comprehensive bibliography of books aimed to help physicians, other health care providers, and parents prepare children for medical contacts. Publications have been annotated and rated on the basis of use and cost. We propose that this will be a useful reference for those responsible for the health care of the pediatric population.