Health Psychology
Author | : Leslie Frazier |
Publisher | : Worth |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2020-06-10 |
ISBN-10 | : 1319191487 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781319191481 |
Rating | : 4/5 (481 Downloads) |
Download or read book Health Psychology written by Leslie Frazier and published by Worth. This book was released on 2020-06-10 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Health Psychology provides an accessible and empirically-based approach to understanding health psychology. It goes beyond other mainstream textbooks by introducing students to global and cross-cultural health issues, covering cutting-edge scientific and medical topics in ways that students can understand. The author integrates core theory, research, and practice in an engaging and practical way. The book also integrates the biopsychosocial perspective, building on traditional content and topics in order to aid student understanding, interest, and learning. It incorporates engaging applications, case studies, frequent examples, clear and thorough explanations, and a student-friendly tone. The second edition also provides an emphasis on developmental influences on health.