Health Psychology (Topics in Applied Psychology)
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Health Psychology (Topics in Applied Psychology)
Book Details
• Author: Charles Abraham
• Brand: Routledge
• Edition: 3
• Binding: Paperback
• Format: Import
• Number of Pages: 302
• Release Date: 05-07-2024
• EAN: 9780367773816
• Languages: English
In its third edition, Health Psychology provides a comprehensive introduction to the rapidly developing field of health psychology. This edition explores the psychological processes that influence health behaviors and their impact on core bodily systems like the immune and cardiovascular systems. The book covers key topics such as stress and health, coping resources, motivation, behavior, and applied health psychology.
The updated edition includes:
• Current research on biological processes behind stress and illness
• Effective stress management at various levels (individual, organizational, and community)
• How beliefs and attitudes shape motivation and behavior
• The role of health promotion in changing behaviors
• Implications of health psychology research for services and healthcare practice
Designed for both undergraduate and postgraduate students, this textbook integrates theory with practical applications, featuring in-text boxes that highlight key issues and activities that engage readers. It is an essential resource for anyone studying or working in health psychology.
