Health Psychology

Häftad, Engelska, 1999

Del i serien Routledge Modular Psychology

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Beskrivning

This simple and concise introduction to the psychology of health is the perfect text for students new to the area. Topics covered include health policy and epidemiology, genetic factors in disease, the experience of illness as a patient, beliefs and attitudes, stress, pain and healthy lifestyles.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:1999-12-16
Mått:129 x 198 x 16 mm
Vikt:380 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Serie:Routledge Modular Psychology
Antal sidor:208
Förlag:Taylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN:9780415192736

Utforska kategorier

Psykologi inom Psykologi och pedagogik

Mer om författaren

Anthony J. Curtis is a Senior Lecturer in Psychology at Bath Spa University College, a former Team Leader for A-Level psychology and Senior Editor for Psychology Review.

Recensioner i media

"This is a very easily read book which assumes no prior knowledge. As such it will be very useful as an introductory text in a variety of heath related undergraduate programmes." - C.M. Duffield, University of Technology, Sydney, Accident and Emergency Nursing

Innehållsförteckning

What is Health Psychology? Social Epidemiology and Health Policy. Genetic Mechanisms of Disease. Psychological Aspects of Illness. Health Cognitions and Health Emotions. Stress: Theories, Mechanisms and Methods. Management and Control of Stress. Pain and Pain Management. Helping Behaviour Lifestyles and Health.