Talking To People About Their Illness: Know these 6 styles of communication

The Integrative Palliative Podcast

It is hard to talk to a loved one about their serious illness. And it can be hard to counsel families about how to communicate well.
Knowing your own communication style and that of the patient can help make communication easier.
This podcast will discuss 6 different communication styles: Direct & open, reserved & private, emotional & expressive, passive or reliant, information-seeking and avoidant or denying. Trying to match communication styles helps connection.
Which communication style do you use?
I'm glad you're here,
Dr C
Delia Chiaramonte, MD

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