Welcome to the Rasmussen College Health Science Blog where the intent is to bring meaningful and thoughtful discussion as it relates to health in a contemporary fashion. I am calling it “Healthy Communication.”
When thinking of various means by which we communicate, I am reminded of Helen Keller who was both deaf and blind and thus was challenged by the lack of being able to communicate in a traditional manner. In her early years of life, she often became exasperated and reacted violently due to her inability to communicate effectively. Her health and wellbeing were jeopardized by the lack of “healthy communication.” Ann Sullivan was able to discover a means by which to communicate with Helen thus changing her health and life.
I often hear of situations where an individual is harmed or a life is terminated because of the inability to communicate rationally while driving in congested conditions thus succumbing to “road rage.” Non-verbal communication is often more powerful than the spoken word.
A simple pat on the arm of an anxious patient preparing for a surgical procedure can bring calmness and reassurance. The crying baby will often subside when held closely by a parent proving that the communication through touch is a powerful tool.
My hope is that by facilitating this venue of communication readers and contributors will discover an additional tool for presenting ideas and discussions shared by individuals with a mission to advance the health of all. So join me in sharing thoughts and ideas that provide “Healthy Communication.”
Let me know what you think.