Health Psychology: Theory, Research and Practice

by David F. Marks, Michael Murray, Brian Evans

Health Psychology students will need to understand how to evaluate and critically-appraise the latest theory and research before it can be applied. This fully-revised and updated fourth edition takes a critical approach and places Health Psychology in a real-world context, enabling students to understand how public policy, theory and research can influence communities and individuals alike.


The new edition



A new chapter on diet and obesity
Updated material on stress and coping, doctor-patient communication, death, dying, bereavement and quality of life
Introductions to the social, political and economic conditions that influence our health
Breadth of coverage from social inequality through to chronic illness and screening
An enhanced SAGE edge™ companion website (edge.sagepub.com/marks4e) with a suite of features to enhance students′ learning experience.

Genres: Psychology

656 pages, Paperback

First published January 28, 2000

Reviews

[Iselin]

Fine enough as far as textbooks go. A little Mr. Obvious at times. "Racism is bad". "War isn't good for mental health". No shit, Sherlock. Political agenda obvious... but I do agree so I don't mind all that much personally. Clear and easy to read for the most part. Interesting subject too.