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About this product
Product Identifiers
PublisherRoutledge
ISBN-100415192730
ISBN-139780415192736
eBay Product ID (ePID)1135153
Product Key Features
Number of Pages208 Pages
Publication NameHealth Psychology
LanguageEnglish
SubjectGeneral
Publication Year2000
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaPsychology
AuthorAnthony Curtis
SeriesRoutledge Modular Psychology Ser.
FormatUk-B Format Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.7 in
Item Weight8 Oz
Item Length7.8 in
Item Width5.1 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceCollege Audience
LCCN99-032420
Reviews"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, "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
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal613.019
Table Of ContentWhat 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.
SynopsisThis 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.