Publications by authors named "Qixiu Wang"
Psychol Res Behav Manag
July 2024
Article Synopsis
- The study examines how doctor-patient communication impacts patient trust, focusing on the roles of consistency between patients and physicians, and the perceived threat of disease.
- A survey of 699 patients revealed that effective communication significantly boosts patient trust, with consistency playing a partial mediating role and perceived threat moderating the relationship.
- The findings highlight the necessity for medical training programs to prioritize communication skills, as enhancing these can lead to stronger doctor-patient relationships and improved trust.
