Nicki Thorogood – författare

Health policy has become a contested arena for political and social debate over the last two decades. Analysing Health Policy: Sociological Approaches is an accessible text which places empirical research findings within the context of both contemporary policy debates and general approaches to policy analysis. Using illustrative material from research in health care, this book examines key issues in contemporary health policy and the sociological debates that surround them.

Health policy has become a contested arena for political and social debate over the last two decades. Analysing Health Policy: Sociological Approaches is an accessible text which places empirical research findings within the context of both contemporary policy debates and general approaches to policy analysis. Using illustrative material from research in health care, this book examines key issues in contemporary health policy and the sociological debates that surround them.

Packed with practical advice and research quick tips, this book is the perfect companion to your health research project. It not only explains the theory of qualitative health research so you can interpret the studies of others, but also showcases how to approach, start, maintain, and disseminate your own research. 

It will help you:

Understand the role of the researcher Develop an effective research proposal Seek ethical approval Conduct interviews, observational studies, mixed methods, and web-based designs Use secondary and digital sources Code, manage, and analyse data Write up your results

Whether you are studying public health, sports medicine, occupational therapy, nursing, midwifery, or another health discipline, the authors will be your surrogate supervisors and guide you through evaluating or undertaking any type of health research.

Whether you are looking to interpret and evaluate existing health research, or conduct your own, this book discusses every step of the research process, from theory and ethics to data collection, analysis and dissemination. 

Clear, engaging and drawing on diverse examples from various health disciplines – from public health and nursing to occupational health and nutrition – this fifth edition:

Offers detailed guidance on synthesising and integrating evidence, with a new chapter on systematic reviews.Fully embeds material on the effective use of digital and social media research in health across all chapters.Showcases what health research looks like in practice, with 28 case studies from across the globe.

Ideal for undergraduates, postgraduates and beginner researchers in health and related fields, this book is a vital resource for building your confidence in understanding and doing qualitative research.

Whether you are looking to interpret and evaluate existing health research, or conduct your own, this book discusses every step of the research process, from theory and ethics to data collection, analysis and dissemination. 

Clear, engaging and drawing on diverse examples from various health disciplines – from public health and nursing to occupational health and nutrition – this fifth edition:

Offers detailed guidance on synthesising and integrating evidence, with a new chapter on systematic reviews.Fully embeds material on the effective use of digital and social media research in health across all chapters.Showcases what health research looks like in practice, with 28 case studies from across the globe.

Ideal for undergraduates, postgraduates and beginner researchers in health and related fields, this book is a vital resource for building your confidence in understanding and doing qualitative research.