Communicating for Better Health: A Guide through the Medical Mazes

Beck (Ohio University) looks at the issues, trends, and relationships that drive modern health communication. Drawing from journal articles, she discusses the interlocking aspects of health communication, interweaving a narrative of her own health care experience to illustrate her points. Chapters address the social construction of "normal" relationships, communication between professionals and patients, industry relationships, social support, technology, diversity, public dialogues, and decision-making. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)