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Compassionate Care for Young Children
48:14 - 56:42 (08:27)
When children undergo medical procedures that can cause discomfort, it's important for parents to extend comfort and reduce discomfort, as long-term effects can impact a child's willingness to seek medical care when needed. Additionally, healthcare professionals should make it easy for young patients to communicate, and protect their privacy by keeping personal details confidential.
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The lack of transparency regarding the contact details of teenage patients and the societal stigma around menstrual cycles pose challenges in teenage sexual health consultations.
48:14 - 53:45 (05:30)
Summary
The lack of transparency regarding the contact details of teenage patients and the societal stigma around menstrual cycles pose challenges in teenage sexual health consultations.
ChapterCompassionate Care for Young Children
Episode#202 - The Secret GP - What Really Goes On Inside Your Doctor's Surgery
PodcastModern Wisdom
Researchers have found that by extending an uncomfortable experience for children towards the end and reducing discomfort, the rate of perceived discomfort is lower, even though the length of the actual experience is longer.
53:45 - 56:42 (02:56)
Summary
Researchers have found that by extending an uncomfortable experience for children towards the end and reducing discomfort, the rate of perceived discomfort is lower, even though the length of the actual experience is longer. This is an example of the peak end rule, which suggests our memory applies a higher weight to the most intense and end parts of any experience.