What do people with communication difficulties want from their clinicians?
Abstract
This chapter provides a brief introduction to communication difficulties, focusing on the impacts that these can have on the experience of healthcare. It then focuses on patient experiences and preferences, and provides a range of suggestions for clinicians to consider when supporting patients with communication difficulties. It recognizes the patient as the expert in their own communication and recognizes the need for dedicated training in this area, reflecting on the positive impact which good clinical communication can have for people with communication difficulties.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Patient-Provider Communication in Healthcare
Interpreting and Communication in Healthcare
Health Literacy and Information Accessibility
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Routledge eBooks
- Pages
- 134–152
- Publication date
- 11 March 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter