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A Summer Learning Class Helps Aspiring Physical Therapists Learn to Connect with Patients for Better Outcomes

A Summer Learning Class Helps Aspiring Physical Therapists Learn to Connect with Patients for Better Outcomes

The psychology class, "Health Profession Disability Psychology," is a spring/summer course that for nearly 20 years has provided interdisciplinary insight for aspiring physical therapists. The class is taught by Mary Bower Russa, a professor of psychology who specializes in health psychology.

Russa's goal is to impart to students the importance of psychological knowledge in a clinical physical therapy practice, helping to boost patients' motivation and adherence as well as setting the stage for more positive outcomes. 

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