This work is designed for students and professionals who are willing to embark on the path of professional socialization. Each chapter begins with a set of clearly outlined objectives to identify learning goals and concludes with experiential exercises to promote goal achievement. The chapters discuss pertinent topics such as attribution theory and its relationship to assertiveness skill development, identifying and resolving moral dilemmas, stress management, and effective communication with the terminally ill and their families. Also covered is the distinction between non-moral and moral values, and many figures are included to complement the material and illustrate key concepts. This book should help health professionals grow by raising consciousness about their "self". It enables them to think about interacting with the goal of promoting healing and working with groups that have a professional purpose. Also available is the "Instructor's Manual for Patient Practitioner Interaction, Second Edition".