Prof. J. M. (Jozien) Bensing, PhD

Honorary research fellow Communication and Health Psychology 



P.O.Box 1568
3500 BN Utrecht
The Netherlands

Email: j.bensing@nivel.nl

Memberships

Scientific councils and committees

Boards 


Juries, editorial boards, conference committees etc.

  • Since 2004 : Jury of the George Engel research Award (American Academy on Communication in Healthcare)
  • Since 2004 : Jury of the Telemedicine Stimuleringsprijs
  • Since 2003 : Jury CARE-award
  • Since 2000 : Jury Hendrik Muller Award (Royal Dutch Academy of Sciences)
  • Since 2003 : Journal of Men's Health and Gender
  • Since 2000 : Member Advisory Board Elsevier Science Ireland Ltd. (ESIL) publication: Patient Education and Counseling
  • Since 1996 : Editorial Board ‘International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine’

Membership professional organisations:


Job experience

  • 1993 -   professor in Clinical Psychology and Health Psychology at Utrecht University
  • 1985 -  2008 General director Netherlands Institute for Health Care Research (NIVEL)
  • 1996 - 1997 dean Faculty Social Sciences, Utrecht University
  • 1984 - 1985 acting director (NHI)
  • 1979 - 1983 head of the Research Department (NHI)
  • 1976 - 1978 project leader "psycho social care in general practice (NHI)"
  • 1974 - 1975 researcher with the Dutch Institute for General Practice (NHI)

Education

  • 1961 - 1967 gymnasium bêta, Theresialyceum, Tilburg
  • 1967 - 1975 university study clinical psychology, Utrecht University
  • 1991  PhD-thesis, Erasmus University, Rotterdam
All international publications
 
  • Beljouw, I. van, Verhaak, P., Prins, M., Cuijpers, P., Bensing, J. Reasons and determinants for not receiving treatment for common mental disorders. Psychiatric Services, vol. 61, 2010, no. 3, p. 250-257.

Open Access Initiative
  • Zimmermann, C., Piccolo, L. del, Bensing, J., Bergvik, S., Haes, H. de, Eide, H., Fletcher, I., Goss, C., Heaven, C., Humphris, G., Young-Mi, K., Langewitz, W., Meeuwesen, L., Nuebling, M., Rimondini, M., Salmon, P., Dulmen, S. van, Wissow, L., Zandbelt, L., Finset, A. Coding patient emotional cues and concerns in medical consultations: the VeRona COding Definitions of Emotional Sequences (VR-CoDES). Patient Education and Counseling, vol. , 2010, no. , p. .

Open Access Initiative
  • Verkaik, R., Francke, A.L., Meijel, B. van, Spreeuwenberg, P.M.M., Ribbe, M.W., Bensing, J.M. The introduction of a nursing guideline on depression at psychogeriatric nursing home wards: effects on Certified Nurse Assistants. International Journal of Nursing Studies, vol. , 2010, no. , p. .
  • Bensing, J.M., Verheul, W., Jansen, J., Langewitz, W. Looking for trouble: the added value of sequence analysis in finding evidence for the role of physicians in patients’ disclosure of cues and concerns. Medical Care, vol. 48, 2010, no. 7, p. 583-588.
  • Jansen, J., Weert, J.C.M. van, Groot, J. de, Dulmen, S. van, Heeren, T.J., Bensing, J.M. Emotional and informational patient cues: the impact of nurses' responses on recall. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 79, 2010, no. 2, p. 218-224.

Open Access Initiative
  • Labhardt, N.D., Aboa, S.M., Manga, E., Bensing, J.M., Langewitz, W. Bridging the gap: how traditional healers interact with their patients. A comparative study in Cameroon. Tropical Medicine and International Health, vol. , 2010, no. , p. .
  • Stiefel, F., Barth, J., Bensing, J., Fallowfield, L., Jost, L., Razavi, D., Kiss, A. Communication skills training in oncology: a position paper based on a consensus meeting among European experts in 2009. Annals of Oncology, vol. 21, 2010, no. 2, p. 204-207.

Open Access Initiative
  • Zwaanswijk, M., Tates, K., Dulmen, S. van, Hoogerbrugge, P.M., Kamps, W.A., Beishuizen, A., Bensing, J.M. Communicating with child patients in pediatric oncology consultations: a vignette study on child patients', parents', and survivors' communication preferences. Psycho-Oncology, vol. , 2010, no. , p. .

Open Access Initiative
  • Uitterhoeve, R.J., Bensing, J.M., Grol, R.P., Demulder, P.H.M., Achterberg, T. van The effect of communication skills training on patient outcomes in cancer care: a systematic review of the literature. European Journal of Cancer Care, vol. 19, 2010, no. 4, p. 442-457.

Open Access Initiative
  • Jansen, J., Weert, J.C.M. van, Wijngaards-de Meij, L., Dulmen, S. van, Heeren, T.J., Bensing, J.M. The role of companions in aiding older cancer patients to recall medical information. Psycho-Oncology, vol. 19, 2010, no. 2, p. 170-179.

Open Access Initiative
  • Prins, M.A., Verhaak, P.F.M., Smolders, M., Laurant, M.G.H., Meer, K. van der, Spreeuwenberg, P., Marwijk, H.W.J. van, Penninx, B.W.J.H., Bensing, J. Patient factors associated with guideline-concordant treatment of anxiety and depression in primary care. Journal of General Internal Medicine, vol. 25, 2010, no. 7, p. 648-655.

Open Access Initiative
  • Piccolo, L. del, Haes, H. de, Heaven, C., Jansen, J., Verheul, W., Bensing, J., Bergvink, S., Deveugele, M., Eide, H., Fletcher, I., Goss, C., Humphries, G., Young-Mi, K., Langewitz, W., Mazzi, A., Mjaaland, T., Moretti, F., Nübling, M., Rimondini, M., Salmon, P., Sibbern, T., Skre, I., Dulmen, S. van, Wissow, L., Young, B., Zandbelt, L., Zimmermann, C., Finset, A. Development of the Verona coding definitions of emotional sequences to code health providers' responses (VR-CoDES-P) to patient cues and concerns. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. , 2010, no. , p. .
  • Prins, M., Bosmans, J., Verhaak, P., Meer, K. van der, Tulder, M. van, Marwijk, H. van, Laurant, M., Smolders, M., Penninx, B., Bensing, J. The costs of guideline-concordant care and of care according to patients' needs in anxiety and depression. Journal of Evaluation in Clinical Practice, vol. , 2010, no. , p. .
  • Weert, J.C.M. van, Bensing, J.M. Estimulación multisensorial (snoezelen) integrada en la asistencia de la demencia a largo plazo. Informaciones Psiquiátricas, vol. , 2009, no. 195-196, p. p. 33-50.

Open Access Initiative
  • Verkaik, R., Francke, A.L., Meijel, B. van, Ribbe, M.W., Bensing, J.M. Comorbid depression in dementia on psychogeriatric nursing home wards: which symptoms are prominent? American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry, vol. 17, 2009, no. 7, p. 565-573.

Open Access Initiative
  • Albada, A., Ausems, M.G.E.M., Bensing, J.M., Dulmen, S. van Tailored information about cancer risk and screening: a systematic review. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 77, 2009, no. 2, p. 155-171.

Open Access Initiative
  • Weert, J.M.C. van, Jansen, J., Bruijn, G.J. de, Noordman, J., Dulmen, A.M. van, Bensing, J.M. QUOTEchemo: a patient-centered instrument to measure quality of communication preceding chemotherapy treatment through the patient's eyes. European Journal of Cancer, vol. 45, 2009, no. 17, p. 2967-2976.

Open Access Initiative
  • Albada, A., Dulmen, S. van, Otten, R., Bensing, J.M., Ausems, M.G.E.M. Development of E-Info geneca: a website providing computer-tailored information and question prompt prior to breast cancer genetic counseling. Journal of Genetic Counseling, vol. 18, 2009, no. 4, p. 326-338.

Open Access Initiative
  • Prins, M.A., Verhaak, P.F.M., Meer, K. van der, Penninx, B.W.J.H., Bensing, J.M. Primary care patients with anxiety and depression: need for care from the patient's perspective. Journal of Affective Disorders, vol. 119, 2009, no. 1-3, p. 163-171.

Open Access Initiative
  • Uitterhoeve, R., Bensing, J., Dilven, E., Donders, R., deMulder, P., Achterberg, T. van Nurse-patient communication in cancer care: does responding to patient's cues predict patient satisfaction with communication. Psycho-Oncology, vol. 18, 2009, no. 10, p. 1060-1068.

Open Access Initiative
  • Weevers, H.A., Beek, A.J. van der, Brink-Muinen, A. van den, Bensing, J., Boot, C.R.L., Mechelen, W. van Communication about work between general practitioners and patients consulting for musculoskeletal disorders. Quality in Primary Care, vol. 17, 2009, no. 3, p. 197-203.

Open Access Initiative
  • Thoolen, B.J., Ridder, D. de, Bensing, J., Gorter, K., Rutten, G. Beyond good intentions: the role of proactive coping in achieving sustained behavioural change in the context of diabetes management. Psychology & Health, vol. 24, 2009, no. 3, p. 237-254.
  • Haes, H. de, Bensing, J. Endpoints in medical communication research, proposing a framework of functions and outcomes. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 74, 2009, no. 3, p. 287-294.

Open Access Initiative
  • Neumann, M., Bensing, J., Mercer, S., Ernstmann, N., Ommen, O., Pfaff, H. Analyzing the 'nature' and 'specific effectiveness' of clinical empathy: a theoretical overview and contribution towards a theory-based research agenda. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 74, 2009, no. 3, p. 339-346.

Open Access Initiative
  • Bensing, J., Verheul, W. Towards a better understanding of the dynamics of patient provider interaction: the use of sequence analysis. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 75, 2009, no. 2, p. 145-146.

Open Access Initiative
  • Morren, M., Dulmen, S. van, Ouwerkerk, J., Bensing, J. Compliance with momentary pain measurement using electronic diaries: a systematic review. European Journal of Pain, vol. 13, 2009, no. 4, p. 354-365.

Open Access Initiative
  • Ouwehand, C., Ridder, D.T.D. de, Bensing, J.M. Who can afford to look to the future? The relationship between socio-economic status and proactive coping. European Journal of Public Health, vol. 19, 2009, no. 4, p. 412-417.

Open Access Initiative
  • Verhaak, P.F.M., Prins, M.A., Spreeuwenberg, P., Draisma, S., Balkom, T.J.L.M. van, Bensing, J.M., Laurant, M.G.H., Marwijk, H.W.J. van, Meer, K. van der, Penninx, B.W.J.H. Receiving treatment for common mental disorders. General Hospital Psychiatry, vol. 31, 2009, no. 1, p. 46-55.

Open Access Initiative
  • Tates, K., Zwaanswijk, M., Otten, R., Dulmen, S. van, Hoogerbrugge, P.M., Kamps, W.A., Bensing, J.M. Online focus groups as a tool to collect data in hard-to-include populations: examples from paediatric oncology. BMC Medical Research Methodology, vol. 9, 2009, no. 15, p. .

Open Access Initiative
  • Zantinge, E.M., Verhaak, P.F.M., Bakker, D.H. de, Meer, K. van der, Bensing, J.M. Does burnout among doctors affect their involvement in patients' mental health problems? A study of videotaped consultations. BMC Family Practice, vol. 10, 2009, no. 60, p. .

Open Access Initiative
  • Posma, E.R., Weert, J.C.M. van, Jansen, J., Dulmen, A.M. van, Bensing, J.M. Older cancer patients' information and support needs surrounding treatment: an evaluation through the eyes of patients, relatives and professionals. BMC Nursing, vol. 8, 2009, no. 1, p. .

Open Access Initiative
  • Dulmen, S. van, Sluijs, E., Dijk, L. van, Ridder, D. de, Heerdink, R., Bensing, J. Furthering patient adherence: a position paper of the international expert forum on patient adherence based on an internet forum discussion. BMC Health Services Research, vol. 8, 2008, no. 47, p. .

Open Access Initiative
  • Jansen, J., Weert, J. van, Meulen, N. van der, Dulmen, S. van, Heeren, T., Bensing, J. Recall in older cancer patients: measuring memory for medical information. Gerontologist, vol. 48, 2008, no. 2, p. 149-157.

Open Access Initiative
  • Meulen, N. van der, Jansen, J., Dulmen, S. van, Bensing, J., Weert, J. van Interventions to improve recall of medical information in cancer patients: a systematic review of the literature. Psycho-Oncology, vol. 17, 2008, no. 9, p. 857-868.

Open Access Initiative
  • Prins, M.A., Verhaak, P.F.M., Bensing, J.M., Meer, K. van der Health beliefs and perceived need for mental health care of anxiety and depression - the patients' perspective explored. Clinical Psychology Review, vol. 28, 2008, no. 6, p. 1038-1058.

Open Access Initiative
  • Thoolen, B., Ridder, D. de, Bensing, J. Beyond good intentions: the development and evaluation of a proactive self-management course for patients recently diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. Health Education Research, vol. 23, 2008, no. 1, p. 53-61.

Open Access Initiative
  • Uitterhoeve, R., Leeuw, J. de, Bensing, J., Heaven, C., Borm, G., Mulder, P. de, Achterberg, T. van Cue-responding behaviours of oncology nurses in video-simulated interviews. Journal of Advanced Nursing, vol. 61, 2008, no. 1, p. 71-80.

Open Access Initiative
  • Fassaert, T., Dulmen, S. van, Schellevis, F., Jagt, L. van der, Bensing, J. Raising positive expectations helps patients with minor ailments: a cross-sectional study. BMC Family Practice, vol. 9, 2008, no. 38, p. .

Open Access Initiative
  • Ouwehand, C., Ridder, D.T.D. de, Bensing, J.M. The characteristics of a potential goal threat predict attention and information-seeking in middle-aged and older adults. Motivation and Emotion, vol. 32, 2008, no. 2, p. 90-99.

Open Access Initiative
  • Ouwehand, C., Ridder, D.T.D. de, Bensing, J.M. Individual differences in the use of proactive coping strategies by middle-aged and older adults. Personality and Individual Differences, vol. 45, 2008, no. 1, p. 28-33.

Open Access Initiative
  • Weert, J.C.M. van, Dulmen, A.M. van, Bensing, J.M. What factors affect caregiver communication in psychogeriatric care? In: A.M. Visser. Alzheimer's disease: new research. New York: Nova Science Publishers, 2008. p. 87-117.

Open Access Initiative
  • Jansen, J., Butow, P.N., Weert, J.C.M. van, Dulmen, S. van, Devine, R.J., Heeren, T.J., Bensing, J.M., Tattersall, M.H.N. Does age really matter? Recall of information presented to newly referred patients with cancer. Journal of Clinical Oncology, vol. 26, 2008, no. 33, p. 5450-5457.

Open Access Initiative
  • Bensing, J.M., Verheul, W., Dulmen, A.M. van Patient anxiety in the medical encounter: a study of verbal and nonverbal communication in general practice. Health Education, vol. 108, 2008, no. 5, p. 373-383.

Open Access Initiative
  • Thoolen, B., Ridder, D. de, Bensing, J., Gorter, K., Rutten, G. No worries, no impact? A systematic review of emotional, cognitive, and behavioural responses to the diagnosis of type 2 diabetes. Health Psychology Review, vol. 2, 2008, no. 1, p. 65-93.

Open Access Initiative
  • Dijkum, C. van, Verheul, W., Lam, N., Bensing, J. Non linear models for the feedback between GP and patients. In: R. Trappl (ed.). Cybernetics and Systems. Wenen: Austrian Society for Cybernetic Studies, 2008 p. 629-634.
  • Verhaak, P., Prins, M., Draisma, S., Spreeuwenberg, P., Meer, K. van der, Bensing, J.M., Balkom, A. van, Marwijk, H.W.J. van, Penninx, B.W.J.H. Help seeking for common mental disorders. Folia Neuropsiquiatrica, vol. , 2008, no. special, p. 75-76.

Open Access Initiative
  • Prins, M., Verhaak, P., Bensing, J.M., Meer, K. van der, Penninx, B.W.J.H. Need for care from the patient perspective. Folia Neuropsiquiatrica, vol. , 2008, no. special, p. 74.
  • Bensing, J.M., Dulmen, A.M. van, Tates, K. Communication in context: new directions in cancer communication research. In: D. O'Hair; G.L. Kreps; L. Sparks. Handbook of communication and cancer care. Cresskill: Hampton Press, 2007. p. 81-91.
  • Verhaak, P.F.M., Bensing, J.M., Brink-Muinen, A. van den GP mental health care in 10 European countries: patients demands and GP's responses. European Journal of Psychiatry, vol. 21, 2007, no. 1, p. 7-16.

Open Access Initiative
  • Zantinge, E.M., Verhaak, P.F.M., Bakker, D.H. de, Kerssens, J.J., Meer, K. van der, Bensing, J.M. The workload of general practitioners does not affect their awareness of patients' psychological problems. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 67, 2007, no. 1-2, p. 93-99.

Open Access Initiative
  • Dijk, L. van, Heerdink, E.R., Somai, D., Dulmen, S. van, Sluijs, E.M., Ridder, D.T. de, Griens, A.M.G.F., Bensing, J.M. Patient risk profiles and practice variation in nonadherence to antidepressants, antihypertensives and oral hypoglycemics. BMC Health Services Research, vol. 7, 2007, no. 51, p. .

Open Access Initiative
  • Dulmen, S. van, Tromp, F., Grosfeld, F., Cate, O. ten, Bensing, J.M. The impact of assessing simulated bad news consultations on medical students' stress response and communication performance. Psychoneuroendocrinology, vol. 32, 2007, no. 8-10, p. 943-950.

Open Access Initiative
  • Zwaanswijk, M., Tates, K., Dulmen, S. van, Hoogerbrugge, M., Kamps, W.A., Bensing, J.M. Young patients', parents', and survivors' communication preferences in paediatric oncology: using online focus groups. BMC Pediatrics, vol. 7, 2007, no. 35, p. .

Open Access Initiative
  • Feldmann, C.T., Bensing, J.M., Ruijter, A. de Worries are the mothers of many diseases: general practitioners and refugees in the Netherlands on stress, being ill and prejudice. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 65, 2007, no. 3, p. 369-380.

Open Access Initiative
  • Kleiboer, A.M., Kuijer, R.G., Hox, J.J., Jongen, P.J.H., Frequin, S.T.F.M., Bensing, J.M. Daily negative interactions and mood among patients and partners dealing with multiple sclerosis (MS): the moderating effects of emotional support. Social Science & Medicine, vol. 64, 2007, no. 2, p. 389-400.

Open Access Initiative
  • Bode, C., Ridder, D.T.D. de, Kuijer, R.G., Bensing, J.M. Effects of an intervention promoting proactive coping competencies in middle and late adulthood. Gerontologist, vol. 47, 2007, no. 1, p. 42-51.

Open Access Initiative
  • Zantinge, E., Verhaak, P.F.M., Bakker, D.H. de, Bensing, J.M. Are GPs’ feelings of burnout and discontent reflected in the psychological content of their consultations? In: 13th Wonca Europe Conference, Parijs, 17-20 oktober 2007. Abstract on CD-rom. .
  • Jansen, J., Weert, J. van, Dulmen, S. van, Heeren, T., Bensing, J.M. Nurses’ responses to older cancer patients’ cues. Psycho-Oncology, vol. 16, 2007, no. 9, suppl., p. S2.
  • Feldmann, C.T., Bensing, J.M., Ruijter, A. de, Boeije, H.R. Afghan refugees and their general practitioners in The Netherlands: to trust or not to trust? Sociology of Health and Illness, vol. 29, 2007, no. 4, p. 515-535.

Open Access Initiative
  • Pieterse, A.H., Dulmen, A.M. van, Beemer, F.A., Bensing, J.M., Ausems, M.G.E.M. Cancer genetic counseling: communication and counselees' post-visit satisfaction, cognitions, anxiety and needs fulfillment. Journal of Genetic Counseling, vol. 16, 2007, no. 1, p. 85-96.

Open Access Initiative
Open Access Initiative
  • Brink-Muinen, A. van den, Dulmen, A.M. van, Jung, H.P., Bensing, J.M. Do our talks with patients meet their expectations? Yes, for the most part they do. Journal of Family Practice, vol. 56, 2007, no. 7, p. 559-568.

Open Access Initiative
  • Zwaanswijk, M., Ende, J. van der, Verhaak, P.F.M., Bensing, J.M., Verhulst, F.C. The different stages and actors involved in the process leading to the use of adolescent mental health services. Clinical Child Psychology and Psychiatry, vol. 12, 2007, no. 4, p. 567-582.

Open Access Initiative
  • Ouwehand, C., Ridder, D.T.D. de, Bensing, J.M. A review of successful aging models: proposing proactive coping as an important additional strategy. Clinical Psychology Review, vol. 27, 2007, no. 8, p. 873-884.

Open Access Initiative
  • Morren, M., Rijken, M., Baanders, A.N., Bensing, J. Perceived genetic knowledge, attitudes toward genetic testing, and the relationship between these among patients with a chronic disease. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 65, 2007, no. 2, p. 197-204.

Open Access Initiative
  • Thoolen, B., Ridder, D. de, Bensing, J., Maas, C., Griffin, S., Gorter, K., Rutten, G. Effectiveness of a self-management intervention in patients with screen-detected type 2 diabetes. Diabetes Care, vol. 30, 2007, no. 11, p. 2832-2837.

Open Access Initiative
  • Fassaert, T., Dulmen, S. van, Schellevis, F., Bensing, J. Active listening in medical consultations: development of the Active Listening Observation Scale (ALOS-global). Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 68, 2007, no. 3, p. 258-264.

Open Access Initiative
  • Jansen, J., Weert, J. van, Dulmen, S. van, Heeren, T., Bensing, J. Patient education about treatment in cancer care: an overview of the literature on older patients' needs. Cancer Nursing, vol. 30, 2007, no. 4, p. 251-260.

Open Access Initiative
  • Calsbeek, H., Morren, M., Bensing, J., Rijken, M. Knowledge and attitudes towards genetic testing: a two-year follow-up in patients with asthma, diabetes mellitus and cardiovascular disease. Journal of Genetic Counseling, vol. 16, 2007, no. 4, p. 493-504.

Open Access Initiative
Open Access Initiative
  • Dulmen, S. van, Sluijs, E., Dijk, L. van, Ridder, D. de, Heerdink, R., Bensing, J. Patient adherence to medical treatment. A review of reviews. BMC Health Services Research, vol. 7, 2007, no. 55, p. .

Open Access Initiative
  • Thoolen, B., Ridder, D. de, Bensing, J., Gorter, K., Rutten, G. Who participates in diabetes self-management interventions? Issues of recruitment and retainment. Diabetes Educator, vol. 33, 2007, no. 3, p. 465-474.

Open Access Initiative
  • Voerman, B., Visser, A., Fischer, M., Garssen, B., Andel, G. van, Bensing, J. Determinants of participation in social support groups for prostate cancer patients. Psycho-Oncology, vol. 16, 2007, no. 12, p. 1092-1099.

Open Access Initiative
  • Bensing, J.M., Tromp, F., Dulmen, A.M. van, Brink-Muinen, A. van den, Verheul, W., Schellevis, F.G. Shifts in doctor-patient communication between 1986 and 2002:a study of videotaped general practice consultations with hypertension patients. BMC Family Practice, vol. 7, 2006, no. 62, p. .

Open Access Initiative
  • Brink-Muinen, A. van den, Dulmen, A.M. van, Haes, H.C.J.M. de, Visser, A.P., Schellevis, F.G., Bensing, J.M. Has patients' involvement in the decision-making process changed over time? Health Expectations, vol. 9, 2006, no. 4, p. 333-342.

Open Access Initiative
  • Dulmen, S. van, Bensing, J. Communication in general practice. In: G.P. Westert; L. Jabaaij; F.G. Schellevis. Morbidity, performance and quality in primary care: Dutch general practice on stage. Oxon: Radcliffe Publishing, 2006. p. 170-176.
  • Fischer, M., Visser, A., Voerman, B., Garssen, B., Andel, G. van, Bensing, J. Treatment decision making in prostate cancer: patients' participation in complex decisions. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 63, 2006, no. 3, p. 308-313.

Open Access Initiative
  • Dulmen, S. van, Finset, A., Langewitz, W., Zimmermann, C., Peltenburg, M., Visser, A., Bensing, J. Five years of EACH (European Association for Communication in Healthcare). Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 62, 2006, no. 3, p. 379-384.

Open Access Initiative
  • Pieterse, A.H., Dulmen, S. van, Dijk, S.van, Bensing, J.M., Ausems, M.G. Risk communication in completed series of breast cancer genetic counseling visits. Genetics in Medicine, vol. 8, 2006, no. 11, p. 688-696.

Open Access Initiative
  • Brink-Muinen, A. van den, Dulmen, S. van, Bensing, J. Have gender preference and communication patterns changed? In: G.P. Westert; L. Jabaaij; F.G. Schellevis. Morbidity, performance and quality in primary care: Dutch general practice on stage. Oxon: Radcliffe Publishing, 2006. p. 177-186.
  • Ouwehand, C., Ridder, D.T.D. de, Bensing, J.M. Situational aspects are more important in shaping proactive coping behaviour than individual characteristics: a vignette study among adults preparing for ageing. Psychology & Health, vol. 21, 2006, no. 6, p. 809-825.

Open Access Initiative
  • Zwaanswijk, M., Verhaak, P.F.M., Ende, J. van der, Bensing, J.M., Verhulst, F.C. Change in children's emotional and behavioural problems over a one-year period. European Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, vol. 15, 2006, no. 3, p. 127-131.

Open Access Initiative
  • Weert, J.C.M. van, Janssen, B.M., Dulmen, A.M. van, Spreeuwenberg, P.M.M., Bensing, J.M., Ribbe, M.W. Nursing assistants' behavior during morning care: effects of the implementation of snoezelen, integrated in 24-hours dementia care. Journal of Advanced Nursing, vol. 53, 2006, no. 6, p. 656-668.

Open Access Initiative
  • Pieterse, A.H., Dulmen, A.M. van, Beemer, F.A., Ausems, M.G.E.M., Bensing, J.M. Tailoring communication in cancer genetic counselling through individual video-supported feedback: a controlled pretest-posttest design. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 60, 2006, no. 3, p. 326-335.

Open Access Initiative
  • Bensing, J.M., Verhaak, P.F.M. Somatisation: a joint responsibility of doctor and patient. Lancet, vol. 367, 2006, no. 9509, p. 452-454.

Open Access Initiative
  • Zantinge, E.M., Verhaak, P.F.M., Kerssens, J.J., Bensing, J.M. Is the general practitioner’s sensitivity to their patients’ psychological problems related to their workload? European Journal of Public Health, vol. 16, 2006, no. Suppl. 1, p. 38-39.

Open Access Initiative
  • Zantinge, E.M., Verhaak, P.F., Bakker, D.H. de, Meer, K. van der, Bensing, J.M. The general practitioner's workload and the detection of their patients' psychological problems. Occhio Clinico, vol. , 2006, no. suppl. 6, p. 22.
  • Bode, C., Ridder, D.T.D. de, Bensing, J.M. Preparing for aging: development, feasibility and preliminary results of an educational program for midlife and older based on practice coping theory. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 61, 2006, no. 2, p. 272-278.

Open Access Initiative
  • Zantinge, E.M., Verhaak, P.F.M., Bakker, D.H. de, Meer, K. van der, Bensing, J.M. Does the attention general practitioners pay to their patients' mental health problems add to their workload?: a cross sectional national survey. BMC Family Practice, vol. 7, 2006, no. 71, p. .

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  • Kleiboer, A.M., Kuijer, R.G., Hox, J.J., Schreurs, K.M.G., Bensing, J. Receiving and providing support in couples dealing with multiple sclerosis: a diary study using an equity perspective. Personal Relationships, vol. 13, 2006, no. 4, p. 485-501.

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  • Sorbi, M.J., Peters, M.L., Kruise, D.A., Maas, C.J.M., Kerssens, J.J., Verhaak, P.F.M., Bensing, J.M. Electronic momentary assessment in chronic pain (I): pain and psychological pain responses as predictors of pain disability. Clinical Journal of Pain, vol. 22, 2006, no. 1, p. 55-66.

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  • Feldmann, C.T., Bensing, J.M., Ruijter, A. de, Boeije, H.R. Somali refugees' experiences with their general practitioners: frames of reference and critical episodes. International Journal of Migration, Health and Social Care, vol. 2, 2006, no. 3/4, p. 28-40.

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  • Thoolen, B.J., Ridder, D.T. de, Bensing, J.M., Gorter, K.J., Rutten, G.E. Psychological outcomes of patients with screen-detected type 2 diabetes: the influence of time since diagnosis and treatment intensity. Diabetes Care, vol. 29, 2006, no. 10, p. 2257-2262.

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  • Sorbi, M.J., Peters, M.L., Kruise, D.A., Maas, C.J.M., Kerssens, J.J., Verhaak, P.F.M., Bensing, J.M. Electronic momentary assessment in chronic pain (II): pain and psychological pain responses as predictors of pain disability. Clinical Journal of Pain, vol. 22, 2006, no. 1, p. 67-81.

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  • Sluijs, E., Dulmen, S. van, Dijk, L. van, Ridder, D. de, Heerdink, R., Bensing, J. Patient adherence to medical treatment: a meta review. Utrecht, NIVEL, 2006, 142 p.
  • Weert, J. van, Jansen, J., Dulmen, S. van, Heeren, T., Bensing, J. Communication with elderly patients preceding chemotherapy: are the patients' needs met? Critical Reviews in Oncology/Hematology, vol. 60, 2006, no. suppl., p. S10-S11.
  • Dijk, L. van, Somai, D., Heerdink, E., Dulmen, S. van, Sluijs, E., Ridder, D. de, Bensing, J. Adherence to chronic medication in Dutch primary care. Pharmacoepidemiology and Drug Safety, vol. 15, 2006, no. suppl. 1, p. S200.
  • Dijk, L. van, Dulmen, S. van, Sluijs, E., Heerdink, R., Ridder, D. de, Bensing, J. Self-reported intentional and unintentional non-adherence to medication in a general practice population. European Journal of Public Health, vol. 16, 2006, no. Suppl. 1, p. 217.

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  • Voerman, B., Fischer, M., Visser, A., Garssen, B., Andel, G. van, Bensing, J. Health-related quality of life in Dutch men with prostate cancer. Journal of Psychosocial Oncology, vol. 24, 2006, no. 2, p. 49-64.
  • Voerman, B., Fischer, M., Visser, A., Garssen, B., Andel, G. van, Bensing, J. Features of members of a prostate cancer patients' association. Journal of Men's Health and Gender, vol. 3, 2006, no. 4, p. 379-389.

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  • Pieterse, A.H., Dulmen, A.M. van, Ausems, M.G.E.M., Beemer, F.A., Bensing, J.M. Communication in cancer genetic counselling: does it reflect counselees' previsit needs and preferences? British Journal of Cancer, vol. 92, 2005, no. 9, p. 1671-1678.

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  • Zwaanswijk, M., Verhaak, P.F.M., Ende, J. van der, Bensing, J.M., Verhulst, F.C. Consultation for and identification of child and adolescent psychological problems in Dutch general practice. Family Practice, vol. 22, 2005, no. 5, p. 498-506.

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Open Access Initiative
  • Weert, J.C.M. van, Dulmen, A.M. van, Spreeuwenberg, P.M.M., Ribbe, M.W., Bensing, J.M. Effects of snoezelen, integrated in 24 h dementia care, on nurse-patient communication during morning care. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 58, 2005, no. 3, p. 312-326.

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  • Zantinge, E.M., Verhaak, P.F.M., Kerssens, J.J., Bensing, J.M. The workload of GPs: consultations of patients with psychological or somatic problems compared. British Journal of General Practice, vol. 55, 2005, no. 517, p. 609-614.

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  • Weert, J.C.M. van, Dulmen, A.M. van, Spreeuwenberg, P., Bensing, J.M., Ribbe, M.W. The effects of the implementation of snoezelen on the quality of working life in psychogeriatric care. International Psychogeriatrics, vol. 17, 2005, no. 3, p. 407-425.

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  • Westert, G.P., Schellevis, F.G., Bakker, D.H. de, Groenewegen, P.P., Bensing, J.M., Zee, J. van der Monitoring health inequalities through general practice: the Second Dutch National Survey of General Practice. European Journal of Public Health, vol. 15, 2005, no. 1, p. 59-65.

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Open Access Initiative
  • Pieterse, A., Dulmen, S. van, Ausems, M., Schoemaker, A., Beemer, F., Bensing, J. QUOTE-geneca: development of a counselee-centred instrument to measure needs and preferences in genetic counseling for hereditary cancer. Psycho-Oncology, vol. 14, 2005, no. 5, p. 361-375.

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  • Pieterse, A.H., Ausems, M., Dulmen, S. van, Beemer, F.A., Bensing, J.M. Initial cancer genetic counseling consultation: change in counselees' cognitions and anxiety, and association with addressing their needs and preferences. American Journal of Medical Genetics: Part A, vol. 137A, 2005, no. 1, p. 27-35.

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  • Kleiboer, A., Kuijer, R., Hox, J., Bensing, J. Do couples facing multiple sclerosis benefit from supportive interactions?: a diary study using an equity perspective. Psychology & Health, vol. 20, 2005, no. 8 supp. 1, p. 133.
  • Calsbeek, H., Morren, M., Bensing, J., Rijken, M. Knowledge and attitudes towards genetic testing, a two-year follow-up in patients with astma, diabetes mellitus and cardiovascular disease. Psychology & Health, vol. 20, 2005, no. 8 supp. 1, p. 38-39.
  • Zwaanswijk, M., Ende, J. van der, Verhaak, P.F.M., Bensing, J.M., Verhulst, F.C. Help-seeking for child psychopathology: pathways to informal and professional services in the Netherlands. Journal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, vol. 44, 2005, no. 12, p. 1292-1300.

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  • Calsbeek, H., Morren, M., Bensing, J., Rijken, M. Knowledge and attitudes towards genetic testing, a 2 year follow-up study in patients with astma, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases. European Journal of Public Health, vol. 15, 2005, no. suppl. 1, p. 106.
  • Zantinge, E.M., Verhaak, P.F.M., Bensing, J.M. The workload of GPs: patients with psychological and somatic problems compared. Family Practice, vol. 22, 2005, no. 3, p. 293-297.

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  • Weert, J.C.M. van, Dulmen, A.M. van, Spreeuwenberg, P.M.M., Ribbe, M.W., Bensing, J.M. Behavioral and mood effects of snoezelen integrated into 24-hour dementia care. Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, vol. 50, 2005, no. 1, p. 24-33.

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  • Verhaak, P.F.M., Kerssens, J.J., Bensing, J.M., Sorbi, M., Kruise, D.A., Peeters, M.L. Coping with chronic pain. In: The Fifth Conference on Psychology and Health, Rolduc Conference Center, Kerkrade, The Netherlands, May 10-12, 2004. Utrecht: Research Institute for Psychology & Health, 2004. p. 57.
  • Bode, C., Ridder, D.T.D. de, Bensing, J.M. 'Ahead to the golden years': a preventive intervention for 50 plus on the basis of pro-active coping theory. In: The Fifth Conference on Psychology and Health, Rolduc Conference Center, Kerkrade, The Netherlands, May 10-12, 2004. Utrecht: Research Institute for Psychology & Health, 2004. p. 48.
  • Bensing, J.M., Verhaak, P.F.M. Communication in medical encounters. In: A. Kaptein; J. Weinman. Health psychology. Malden; Oxford; Victoria: British Psychological Society; Blackwell Publishing, 2004. p. 261-287.
  • Verhaak, P.F.M., Brink-Muinen, A. van den, Bensing, J.M., Gask, L. Demand and supply for psychological help in general practice in different European countries: access to primary mental health care in six European countries. European Journal of Public Health, vol. 14, 2004, no. 2, p. 134-140.

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  • Ouwehand, C., Ridder, D.T.D. de, Bensing, J.M. Proces involved in successful development in later life: the role of proactive coping strategies. In: The Fifth Conference on Psychology and Health, Rolduc Conference Center, Kerkrade, The Netherlands, May 10-12, 2004. Utrecht: Research Institute for Psychology & Health, 2004. p. 47.
  • Kruise, D.A., Sorbi, M.J., Bensing, J.M., Dulmen, A.M. van, Spreeuwenberg, P.M.M. Electronic guidance of behaviour relevant to migraine: a pilot in low back pain. In: E.G.M. Couturier; M.J. Sorbi; E.C.B. Verspui. Headache and migraine. Utrecht: Anglo Dutch Migraine Association. 2004. p. 125-133.
  • Pieterse, A., Dulmen, S. van, Ausems, M., Beemer, F., Bensing, J. Genetic counselling for hereditary cancer providing counsellors with feedback on their communicative behaviour. Psycho-Oncology, vol. 13, 2004, no. 8 suppl., p. S 37.
  • Deveugele, M., Derese, A., Bacquer, D. de, Brink-Muinen, A. van den, Bensing, J., Maeseneer, J. de Consultation in general practice: a standard operating procedure? Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 54, 2004, no. 2, p. 227-233.

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  • Deveugele, M., Derese, A., Bacquer, D. de, Brink-Muinen, A. van den, Bensing, J., Maeseneer, J. de Is the communicative behavior of GPs during the consultation related to the diagnosis?: a cross-sectional study in six European countries. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 54, 2004, no. 3, p. 283-289.

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  • Uitterhoeve, R.J., Vernooy, M., Litjens, M., Potting, K., Bensing, J., Mulder, P. de, Achterberg, T. van Psychosocial interventions for patients with advanced cancer: a systematic review of the literature. British Journal of Cancer, vol. 91, 2004, no. 6, p. 1050-1062.

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  • Delnoij, D., Bensing, J. Nachfragesteuerung im niederländischen Gesundheitswesen: Wunsch und Praxis. Managed Care, vol. 8, 2004, no. 5, p. 36-38.

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Open Access Initiative
  • Kleiboer, A.M., Schreurs, K.M.G., Frequin, S.T.F.M., Hox, J.J., Bensing, J.M. Couples facing multiple sclerosis: the influence of daily spousal exchanges on mood and self esteem. In: The Fifth Conference on Psychology and Health, Rolduc Conference Center, Kerkrade, The Netherlands, May 10-12, 2004. Utrecht: Research Institute for Psychology & Health, 2004. p. 61.
  • Britten, N., Bensing, J. The consultation. In: R. Jones; N. Britten; L. Culpepper; D. Gass; R. Grol; D. Mant; C. Silagy. Oxford textbook of primary medical care: principles and concepts (Volume I). Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2004. p. 167-198.
  • Weert, J.C.M. van, Kerkstra, A., Dulmen, A.M. van, Bensing, J.M., Peter, J.G., Ribbe, M.W. The implementation of 'snoezelen' in psychogeriatric care: an evaluation through the eyes of caregivers. International Journal of Nursing Studies, vol. 41, 2004, no. 4, p. 397-409.

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  • Heijmans, M., Rijken, M., Foets, M., Ridder, D. de, Schreurs, K., Bensing, J. The stress of being chronically ill: from disease-specific to task-specific aspects. Journal of Behavioral Medicine, vol. 27, 2004, no. 3, p. 255-271.

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  • Ridder, D. de, Fournier, M., Bensing, J. Does optimism affect symptom report in chronic disease? What are the consequences for self-care behavior and physical functioning? Journal of Psychosomatic Research, vol. 56, 2004, no. 3, p. 341-350.

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  • Bensing, J.M., Roter, D.L., Hulsman, R.L. Communication patterns of primary care physicians in the United States and the Netherlands. Journal of General Internal Medicine, vol. 18, 2003, no. 5, p. 335-342.

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  • Brink-Muinen, A. van den, Verhaak, P.F.M., Bensing, J.M., Bahrs, O., Deveugele, M., Gask, L., Mead, N., Leive-Fernandez, F., Perez, A., Messerli, V., Oppizzi, L., Peltenburg, M. Communication in general practice: differences between European countries. Family Practice, vol. 20, 2003, no. 4, p. 478-485.

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Open Access Initiative
  • Zwaanswijk, M., Ende, J. van der, Verhaak, P.F.M., Bensing, J.M., Verhulst, F.C. Factors associated with adolescent mental health service need and utilization. Journal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, vol. 42, 2003, no. 6, p. 692-700.

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  • Bensing, J.M., Langewitz, W. Die ärztliche Konsultation. In: R.H. Adler; J.M. Herrmann; K. Köhle; W. Langewitz; O.W. Schonecke; T. von Uexküll; W. Wesiack. Psychosomatische Medizin: modelle ärztlichen Denkens und Handelns. München: Urban & Fischer, 2003. p. 415- 424.

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  • Bensing, J.M., Caris-Verhallen, W.M.C.M., Dekker, J., Delnoij, D.M.J., Groenewegen, P.P. Doing the right thing and doing it right. Towards a framework for assessing the policy relevance of health services research. International Journal of Technology Assessment in Health Care, vol. 19, 2003, no. 4, p. 604-612.
  • Mellink, W.A.M., Dulmen, A.M. van, Wiggers, TH., Spreeuwenberg, P.M.M., Eggermont, A.M.M., Bensing, J.M. Cancer patients seeking a second surgical opinion: results of a study on motives, needs, and expectations. Journal of Clinical Oncology, vol. 21, 2003, no. 8, p. 1492-1497.

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  • Bensing, J., Zandbelt, L., Zimmermann, C. Introduction: sequence analysis of patient-provider interaction. Epidemiologia e Psichiatria Sociale, vol. 12, 2003, no. 2, p. 78-80.
  • Fournier, M., Ridder, D. de, Bensing, J. Is optimism sensitive to the stressors of chronic disease? The impact of type 1 diabetes mellitus and multiple sclerosis on optimistic beliefs. Psychology & Health, vol. 18, 2003, no. 3, p. 277-294.

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  • Bensing, J., Dulmen, S. van, Tates, K. Communication in context: new directions in communication research. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 50, 2003, no. 1, p. 27-32.

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  • Brink-Muinen, A. van den, Dulmen, S. van, Bensing, J. Informed patients: legal fiction or reality? European Journal of Public Health, vol. 13, 2003, no. 4 sup, p. 86.
  • Theunissen, N.C.M., Ridder, D.T.D. de, Bensing, J.M., Rutten, G.E.H.M. Manipulation of patient-provider interaction: discussing illness representations or action plans concerning adherence. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 51, 2003, no. 3, p. 247-258.

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  • Zwaanswijk, M., Verhaak, P.F.M., Bensing, J.M., Ende, J. van der, Verhulst, F.C. Help seeking for emotional and behavioural problems in children and adolescents: a review of recent literature. European Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, vol. 12, 2003, no. 4, p. 153-161.

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  • Brink-Muinen, A. van den, Dulmen, A.M. van, Bensing, J.M., Maaroos, H.I., Tähepöld, H., Krol, Z.J., Plawecki, L., Oana, S.C., Boros, M., Satterlund-Larsson, U., Bengtsson, B.M. Eurocommunication II: a comparative study between countries in Central- and Western Europe on doctor-patient communication in general practice: final report. Utrecht, NIVEL, 2003, 128 p.
  • Kerssens, J.J., Verhaak, P.F.M., Bartelds, A.I.M., Sorbi, M.J., Bensing, J.M. Unexplained severe chronic pain in general practice. European Journal of Pain, vol. 6, 2002, no. , p. 203-212.

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  • Bensing, J.M., Schreurs, K.M.G., Ridder, D.T.D. de, Hulsman, R.L. Adaptive tasks in multiple sclerosis: development of an instrument to identify the focus of patients' coping efforts. Psychology & Health, vol. 17, 2002, no. 4, p. 475-488.

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  • Hulsman, R.L., Ros, W.J.G., Winnubst, J.A.M., Bensing, J.M. The effectiveness of a computer-assisted instruction programme on communication skills of medical specialists in oncology. Medical Education, vol. 36, 2002, no. 2, p. 125-135.

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  • Tates, K., Meeuwesen, L., Elbers, E., Bensing, J. 'I've come for his throat': roles and identities in doctor-parent-child communication. Child: Care, Health and Development, vol. 28, 2002, no. 1, p. 109-116.
  • Tates, K., Meeuwesen, L., Bensing, J., Elbers, E. Joking or decision-making? Affective and instrumental behaviour in doctor-parent-child communication. Psychology & Health, vol. 17, 2002, no. 3, p. p. 281-295.

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  • Deveugele, M., Derese, A., Brink-Muinen, A. van den, Bensing, J., Maeseneer, J. de Consultation length in general practice: cross sectional study. British Medical Journal, vol. 325, 2002, no. 7362, p. 472-475.

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  • Fournier, M., Ridder, D. de, Bensing, J. Optimism and adaptation to chronic disease: the role of optimism in relation to self-care options of type I diabetes mellitus, rheumatoid arthritis and multiple sclerosis. British Journal of Health Psychology, vol. 7, 2002, no. 4, p. 409-432.

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  • Meeuwesen, L., Bensing, J., Brink-Muinen, A. van den Communicating fatigue in general practice and the role of gender. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 48, 2002, no. 3, p. 233-242.

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  • Fournier, M., Ridder, D. de, Bensing, J. How optimism contributes to the adaptation of chronic illness: a prospective study into the enduring effects of optimism on adaptation moderated by the controllability of chronic illness. Personality and Individual Differences, vol. 33, 2002, no. 7, p. 1163-1183.

Open Access Initiative
  • Tates, K., Elbers, E., Meeuwesen, L., Bensing, J. Doctor-parent-child relationships: a ' pas de trois'. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 48, 2002, no. 1, p. 5-14.
  • Dulmen, A.M. van, Bensing, J.M. Health promoting effects of the physician-patient encounter. Psychology, Health & Medicine, vol. 7, 2002, no. 3, p. 289-299.

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  • Schreurs, K.M.G., Ridder, D.T.D. de, Bensing, J.M. Fatigue in multiple sclerosis reciprocal relationships with physical disabilities and depression. Journal of Psychosomatic Research, vol. 53, 2002, no. 3, p. 775-781.

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  • Brink-Muinen, A. van den, Dulmen, S. van, Messerli-Rohrbach, V., Bensing, J. Do gender-dyads have different communication patterns?: a comparative study in Western-European general practice. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 48, 2002, no. 3, p. 253-264.

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  • Visser, S., Deccache, A., Bensing, J. Patient education in Europe: united differences. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 44, 2001, no. 1, p. 1-5.

Open Access Initiative
  • Valck, C. de, Bensing, J., Bruynooghe, R. Medical students' attitudes towards breaking bad news: an empirical test of the World Health Organization model. Psycho-Oncology, vol. 10, 2001, no. , p. 398-409.

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  • Dulmen, A.M. van, Bensing, J.M. The effect of context in healthcare: a programming study. Den Haag, Raad voor Gezondheidsonderzoek, 2001, 75 p.
  • Bensing, J., Dulmen, S. van, Kallerup, H., Visser, A., Borrell, F., Finset, A., Goedhuys, J., Langewitz, W., Mallinson, C., Peltenburg, M., Schofield, T., Zimmermann, C. The European Association for Communication in Healthcare. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 43, 2001, no. 1, p. 1-4.

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  • Bensing, J.M., Visser, S., Saan, H. Patient education in The Netherlands. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 44, 2001, no. 1, p. 15-22.

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  • Kruijver, I.P.M., Kerkstra, A., Kerssens, J.J., Holtkamp, C.C.M., Bensing, J.M., Wiel, H.B.M. van de Communication between nurses and simulated patients with cancer: evaluation of a communication training programme. European Journal of Oncology Nursing, vol. 5, 2001, no. 3, p. 140-150.

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  • Valck, C. de, Bensing, J., Bruynooghe, R., Batenburg, V. Cure-oriented versus care-oriented attitudes in medicine. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 45, 2001, no. 2, p. 119-126.

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  • Valck, C. de, Bruynooghe, R., Bensing, J., Kerssens, J.J., Hulsman, R.L. Cue-responding in a simulated bad news situation: exploring a stress hypothesis. Journal of Health Psychology, vol. 6, 2001, no. 5, p. 585-596.
  • Kruijver, I.P.M., Kerkstra, A., Bensing, J.M., Wiel, H.B.M. van der Communication skills of nurses during interactions with simulated cancer patients. Journal of Advanced Nursing, vol. 34, 2001, no. 6, p. 772-779.

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  • Heijmans, M., Foets, M., Rijken, M., Schreurs, K., Ridder, D. de, Bensing, J. Stress in chronic disease: do the perceptions of patients and their general practitioners match? British Journal of Health Psychology, vol. 6, 2001, no. 3, p. 229-242.

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  • Verhaak, P.F.M., Bensing, J.M., Kerssens, J.J., Kruise, D.A., Peeters, M.L., Sorbi, M.J. Coping with chronic benign pain. Abstract. International Journal of Behavioral Medicine, vol. 7, 2001, no. Suppl. 1, p. 198.
  • Bensing, J.M., Roter, D., Smith, R.C., Kim, Y.M., Krupat, E., Hargie, O.D.W., Mead, N., Lelie, A., Caris-Verhallen, W.M.C.M., Salmon, P., Brink-Muinen, A. van den, Kruijver, I.P.M. Communication in health care. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 39, 2000, no. 1, p. 1-145.
  • Bensing, J.M., Ridder, D.T.D. de, Schreurs, K.M.G. Self efficacy, adaptive tasks and quality of life in Multiple Sclerosis patients: the thriving power of personal goals. Abstract. International Journal of Behavioral Medicine, vol. 7, 2000, no. Suppl. 1, p. 14.
  • Rijk, A.E. de, Schreurs, K.M.G., Bensing, J.M. Patient factors related to the presentation of fatigue complaints: results from a women's general health care practice. Women & Health, vol. 30, 2000, no. 4, p. 121-136.
  • Schreurs, K.M.G., Ridder, D.T.D. de, Bensing, J.M. A one year study of coping, social support and quality of life in Parkinson's disease. Psychology & Health, vol. 15, 2000, no. 1, p. 109-121.
  • Brink-Muinen, A. van den, Verhaak, P.F.M., Bensing, J.M., Bahrs, O., Deveugele, M., Gask, L., Leiva, F., Mead, N., Messerli, V., Oppizzi, L., Peltenburg, M., Perez, A. Doctor-patient communication in different European health care systems: relevance and performance from the patients' perspective. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 39, 2000, no. 1, p. 115-127.
  • Bensing, J.M. Bridging the gap: the separate worlds of evidence-based medicine and patient-centred medicine. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 39, 2000, no. 1, p. 17-251.

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  • Bensing, J.M. Reply to letter by O'Donnell et al. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 40, 2000, no. , p. 280.
  • Verhaak, P.F.M., Kerssens, J.J., Bensing, J.M., Sorbi, M.J., Peters, M.L., Kruise, D.A. Medical help-seeking by different types of chronic pain patients. Psychology & Health, vol. 15, 2000, no. 6, p. 771-786.
  • Ridder, D. de, Schreurs, K., Bensing, J. The relative benefits of being optimistic: optimism as a coping resource in multiple sclerosis and Parkinsons disease. British Journal of Health Psychology, vol. 5, 2000, no. 2, p. 141-155.
  • Peters, M.L., Sorbi, M.J., Kruise, D.A., Kerssens, J.J., Verhaak, P.F.M., Bensing, J.M. Electronic diary assessment of pain, disability and psychological adaptation in patients differing in duration of pain. Pain, vol. 84, 2000, no. , p. 181-192.

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  • Kruijver, I.P.M., Kerkstra, A., Francke, A.L., Bensing, J.M., Wiel, H.B.M. van de Evaluation of communication training programs in nursing care: a review of the literature. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 39, 2000, no. 1, p. 129-145.
  • Bensing, J.M., Visser, A.P. L' éducation du patient aux Pays-Bas: une intégration importante dans la politique de santé. Bulletin d'Education du Patient, vol. 19, 2000, no. 1, p. 8-13, lit. opgn..
  • Caris-Verhallen, W.M.C.M., Kerkstra, A., Bensing, J.M., Grypdonck, M.H.F. Effects of video interaction analysis training on nurse-patient communication in the care of the elderly. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 39, 2000, no. 1, p. 91-103.

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  • Dulmen, A.M. van, Bensing, J.M. Gender differences in gynecologist communication. Women & Health, vol. 30, 2000, no. 3, p. p. 49-61.
  • Kruijver, I.P.M., Kerkstra, A., Bensing, J.M., Wiel, H.B.M. van de Nurse-patient communication in cancer care: a review of the literature. Cancer Nursing, vol. 23, 2000, no. 1, p. 20-31.
  • Bensing, J.M., Verhaak, P.F.M., Dulmen, A.M. van, Visser, A.P. Communication: the royal pathway to patient-centered medicine. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 39, 2000, no. 1, p. 1-3.

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  • Rijk, A.E. de, Schreurs, K.M.G., Bensing, J.M. Complaints of fatigue: related to too much as well as too little external stimulation? Journal of Behavioral Medicine, vol. 22, 1999, no. 6, p. 549-573.
  • Fournier, M., Ridder, D. de, Bensing, J. Optimism and adaptation to multiple sclerosis: what does optimism mean? Journal of Behavioral Medicine, vol. 22, 1999, no. 4, p. p. 303-326.
  • Hulsman, R.L., Ros, W.J.G., Winnubst, J.A.M., Bensing, J.M. Teaching clinically experienced physicians communication skills: a review of evaluation studies. Medical Education, vol. 33, 1999, no. 9, p. p. 655-668.

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  • Brink-Muinen, A. van den, Verhaak, P.F.M., Bensing, J.M., Bahrs, O., Deveugele, M., Gask, L., Mead, N., Leiva-Fernandes, F., Perez, A., Messerli, V., Oppizi, L., Peltenburg, M. "The Eurocommunication study: an international comparative study in six European","countries on doctor-patient communication in general practice." Utrecht, NIVEL, 1999, 192 p.
  • Heijmans, M., Ridder, D. de, Bensing, J. Dissimilary in patients' and spouses' representations of chronic illness: exploration of relations to patient adaptation. Psychology & Health, vol. 14, 1999, no. 3, p. 451-466.

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  • Bensing, J.M., Hulsman, R.L., Schreurs, K.M.G. Gender differences in fatigue: biopsychosocial factors relating to fatigue in men and women. Medical Care, vol. 37, 1999, no. 10, p. p. 1078-1083.

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  • Rijk, A.E. de, Schreurs, K.M.G., Bensing, J.M. What is behind "I'm so tired"?: fatigue expressions and their relations to the quality and quantity of external stimulation. Journal of Psychosomatic Research, vol. 47, 1999, no. 6, p. 509-523.

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  • Caris-Verhallen, W.M.C.M., Kerkstra, A., Bensing, J.M. Non-verbal behaviour in nurse-elderly patient communication. Journal of Advanced Nursing, vol. 29, 1999, no. 4, p. p. 808-818.

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  • Caris-Verhallen, W.M.C.M., Gruijter, I.M. de, Kerkstra, A., Bensing, J.M. Factors related to nurse communication with elderly people. Journal of Advanced Nursing, vol. 30, 1999, no. 5, p. p. 1106-1117.

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  • Brink-Muinen, A. van den, Bensing, J.M., Kerssens, J.J. Gender and communication style in general practice: differences between women's health care and regular health care. Medical Care, vol. 36, 1998, no. 1, p. p. 100-106.

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  • Kruyver, I., Kerkstra, A., Bensing, J., Wiel, H. van de, Holtkamp, C., Wind, R. Communication between simulated patients and nurses in an oncology setting. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 34, 1998, no. Suppl.1, p. S21.

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  • Meeuwesen, L., Bensing, J., Kaptein, M. Doctor-parent-child communication over the years: an interactional analysis. In: J. Bensing, U. Sätterlund Larsson, L. Szecsenyi (eds.). Doctor-patient communication and the quality of care in general practice. p. p. 5-18.
  • Mens-Verhulst, J. van, Bensing, J. Distinguishing between chronic and nonchronic fatigue, the role of gender and age. Social Science & Medicine, vol. 47, 1998, no. 5, p. p. 621-634.

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  • Caris-Verhallen, W.M.C.M., Kerkstra, A., Heijden, P.G.M. van der, Bensing, J.M. Nurse-elderly patient communication in home care and institutional care: an explorative study. International Journal of Nursing Studies, vol. 35, 1998, no. 1/2, p. p. 95-108.

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  • Rijk, A.E. de, Schreurs, K.M.G., Bensing, J.M. General practitioners' attributions of fatigue. Social Science & Medicine, vol. 47, 1998, no. 4, p. p. 487-496.

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  • Caris-Verhallen, W.M.C.M., Kerkstra, A., Bensing, J.M. Nurse-elderly patient communication in home care and institutional care. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 34, 1998, no. Suppl.1, p. S19.

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  • Verhaak, P.F.M., Bensing, J.M., Dulmen, A.M. van Communication in health care. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 34, 1998, no. Suppl.1, p. S1-S4.

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  • Veen, E.D. van, Jacobs, J.B., Bensing, J.M. Assessment of distress associated with tinnitus. Journal of Laryngology and Otology, vol. 112, 1998, no. 3, p. p. 258-263.

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  • Verhaak, P.F.M., Kerssens, J.J., Dekker, J., Sorbi, M.J., Bensing, J.M. Prevalence of chronic benign pain disorder among adults: a review of the literature. Pain, vol. 77, 1998, no. , p. 231-239.

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  • Bensing, J., Satterlund Larsson, U., Szecsenyi, J. Doctor-patient communication and the quality of care in general practice. Utrecht, NIVEL, 1998, 142 p.
  • Ridder, D.T.D. de, Bensing, J. Lay beliefs on illness and compliance to health care regimens. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 34, 1998, no. Suppl.1, p. S79.

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  • Hulsman, R.L., Ros, W.J.G., Winnubst, J.A.M., Bensing, J.M. The effect of the computer-assisted interactive video training interact-cancer on the communication skills of medical specialists in oncology. Patient Education and Counseling, vol. 34, 1998, no. Suppl.1, p. S19-S20.

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  • Kerssens, J.J., Bensing, J.M., Andela, M.G. Patient preference for genders of health professionals. Social Science & Medicine, vol. 44, 1997, no. 10, p. 1531-1540.

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  • Mens-Verhulst, J. van, Bensing, J.M. Sex differences in Persistent Fatigue. Women & Health, vol. 26, 1997, no. 3, p. p. 51-70.

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  • Bensing, J., Schreurs, K., Rijk, A. de The role of the general practitioner's affective behaviour in medical encounters. Psychology & Health, vol. 11, 1996, no. 6, p. 825-838.

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  • Brink-Muinen, A. van den, Bensing, J.M. Factors influencing the type of health problems presented by women in general practice: differences between women's health care and regular health care. International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine, vol. 26, 1996, no. 4, p. 461-478.

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  • Bensing, J.M. Doctor-patient communication and the quality of care: the role of affective behaviour. Ars Medici: Zeitschrift für Praktische Medizin, vol. 17, 1995, no. , p. 1188-1198.
  • Bensing, J.M., Kerssens, J.J., Pasch, M. van der Patient-directed gaze as a tool for discovering and handling psychosocial problems in general practice. Journal of Nonverbal Behavior, vol. 19, 1995, no. 4, p. 223-242.

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  • Brink-Muinen, A. van den, Bakker, D.H. de, Bensing, J.M. Consultations for women's health problems: factors influencing women's choice of sex of general practitioner. British Journal of General Practice, vol. 44, 1994, no. 382, p. p. 205-210.

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  • Mol, S.S.L., Bensing, J.M. Doctor-patient communication and the quality of care: methods and measures: process and outcome. Report of an invitational workshop. Utrecht, NIVEL, 1993, 109 p.
  • Bensing, J.M., Brink-Muinen, A. van den, Bakker, D.H. de Gender differences in practice style: a Dutch study of general practitioners. Medical Care, vol. 31, 1993, no. 3, p. p. 219-229.

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  • Leeuw, A.K. de, Boeringa, F., Heijden, P. van der, Bensing, J. General practice research in the Netherlands: primary care and general practice: trends and inventory. Utrecht, NIVEL, 1993, xxv, 137 p.
  • Bensing, J.M., Dronkers, J. Instrumental and affective aspects of physician behavior. Medical Care, vol. 30, 1992, no. 4, p. p. 283-298.

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  • Bensing, J., Brink-Muinen, A. van den "The need for female general practitioners: their patients, their problems,","their professional care." Utrecht, NIVEL, 1991, 12 p.
  • Bensing, J. Doctor-patient communication and the quality of care. Social Science & Medicine, vol. 32, 1991, no. 11, p. p. 1301-1310.

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  • Bensing, J.M. Doctor-patient communication and the quality of care. Utrecht, NIVEL, 1991, 243 p.
  • Bensing, J.M., Maoz, B., Gersons, B.P.R., Margolis, C.Z., Visser, G.J. Mental health and primary care: Dutch and Israeli experience: report on de Dutch-Israeli symposium on the interaction between mental health services and the primary care sector, held in Utrecht, the Netherlands, from 7 to 10 April 1986. Utrecht, NIVEL, 1986, 217 p.
  • Bensing, J.M., Sluijs, E.M. Evaluation of an interview training course for general practitioners. Social Science & Medicine, vol. 20, 1985, no. 7, p. p. 737-744.

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Research areas J. M. (Jozien) Bensing
  • Patient-provider communication
  • Health psychology
  • Coping with chronic diseases
  • Medically unexplained diseases
  • Pain
  • Fatigue
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