In:
The International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine, SAGE Publications, Vol. 19, No. 3 ( 1990-09), p. 249-262
Abstract:
This study examines the factors influencing family physicians' patient referrals for psychotherapy. A questionnaire designed from a pilot study of the full-time family practice faculty at Wright State University was mailed to all members (154) of the voluntary family practice faculty at Wright State University with a 63 percent return rate. Results indicated the most important factors in determining whether a patient is referred for psychotherapy include the severity of the problem, the threat of suicide, and the need for specialized treatment. The most important therapist characteristics looked for by a family physician are ability, availability, appreciation of the person as a whole, interaction skills, and experience. The article also discusses the ways in which family physicians find a psychotherapist, the feedback desired by the family physician from a psychotherapist, and type of psychotherapist discipline preferred by the family physician for handling various patient situations.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
0091-2174
,
1541-3527
DOI:
10.2190/2J8V-DA7M-JX7A-7D3Q
Language:
English
Publisher:
SAGE Publications
Publication Date:
1990
detail.hit.zdb_id:
2071478-6
detail.hit.zdb_id:
220669-9
SSG:
5,2
