Health Psychology : The Basics

This accessible primer on health psychology covers the key theories and models of the discipline. Through the use of real-life case studies and examples, it covers a broad range of topics related to the field of health psychology including: health promotion, risky health behaviour and health in heal...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Otros Autores: Cook, Erica, author (author), Wood, Lynne, 1969- author
Formato: Libro electrónico
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Abingdon, Oxon : Routledge 2019
2022.
Edición:1st ed
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Sumario:This accessible primer on health psychology covers the key theories and models of the discipline. Through the use of real-life case studies and examples, it covers a broad range of topics related to the field of health psychology including: health promotion, risky health behaviour and health in healthcare settings. It explains how health psychology serves to not only promote positive health and reduce maladaptive health behaviours, but also support those who are chronically ill. Unlike medicine, health psychology takes a more holistic approach through the interaction of psychological, social and biological factors to improve health. This book outlines the inter-relationship between how we think and feel, our biological systems, and the social contexts in which we live.
Descripción Física:1 online resource (240 p.) ill
Bibliografía:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9781315447742
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