The Wiley Encyclopedia Of Health Psychology

Author : Lee Cohen
Publisher : Wiley-Blackwell
ISBN 13 : 9781119057840
Total Pages : 2041 pages
Book Rating : 4.41/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Wiley Encyclopedia of Health Psychology written by Lee Cohen and published by Wiley-Blackwell. This book was released on 2020-07-13 with total page 2041 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Organized thematically as an A to Z reference encyclopedia across 4 volumes, this comprehensive resource on health psychology provides a concise overview of the ever-expanding interdisciplinary field. The first volume of The Wiley Encyclopedia of Health Psychology covers the biological bases of health behavior, providing information on topics in the broad areas of neuroscience and biopsychology relevant to health behavior. Volume II addresses topics related to theories and data derived from social psychology including health or prevention related behaviors, stress and coping, and the design and evaluation of behavioral interventions. The third volume examines the applied aspects of the field of health psychology including practical topics that clinical health psychologists face in the workplace, issues related to unhealthy behaviors that individuals engage in, behavioral aspects of medical problems, and issues related to the comorbidity of psychiatric disorders and chronic health problems. Volume IV examines special issues in health psychology covering various historical, philosophical, and conceptual issues. It also considers issues related to diversity and underrepresented/underserved groups. As a whole, this 4-volume set: Delves into topics related to Health Psychology across the subfields of Biopsychology, Social Psychology, Clinical Psychology Appeals to the broader field of Behavioral Medicine, including medical and allied health fields Examines the interconnections between biology, psychology, and socio-environmental factors The Wiley Encyclopedia of Health Psychology is an ideal resource for college and university libraries as well as for professional psychologists and other health care professionals interested in the relationship of psychological and physical well being.

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Publisher : Wiley-Blackwell
ISBN 13 : 9781119057833
Total Pages : 2176 pages
Book Rating : 4.33/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Wiley Encyclopedia of Health Psychology written by and published by Wiley-Blackwell. This book was released on 2020-11-09 with total page 2176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Organized thematically as an A to Z reference encyclopedia across 4 volumes, this comprehensive resource on health psychology provides a concise overview of the ever-expanding interdisciplinary field. The first volume of The Wiley Encyclopedia of Health Psychology covers the biological bases of health behavior, providing information on topics in the broad areas of neuroscience and biopsychology relevant to health behavior. Volume II addresses topics related to theories and data derived from social psychology including health or prevention related behaviors, stress and coping, and the design and evaluation of behavioral interventions. The third volume examines the applied aspects of the field of health psychology including practical topics that clinical health psychologists face in the workplace, issues related to unhealthy behaviors that individuals engage in, behavioral aspects of medical problems, and issues related to the comorbidity of psychiatric disorders and chronic health problems. Volume IV examines special issues in health psychology covering various historical, philosophical, and conceptual issues. It also considers issues related to diversity and underrepresented/underserved groups. As a whole, this 4-volume set: Delves into topics related to Health Psychology across the subfields of Biopsychology, Social Psychology, Clinical Psychology Appeals to the broader field of Behavioral Medicine, including medical and allied health fields Examines the interconnections between biology, psychology, and socio-environmental factors The Wiley Encyclopedia of Health Psychology is an ideal resource for college and university libraries as well as for professional psychologists and other health care professionals interested in the relationship of psychological and physical well being.

Author : Alan J. Christensen
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 0387225579
Total Pages : 355 pages
Book Rating : 4.79/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Encyclopedia of Health Psychology written by Alan J. Christensen and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2014-01-16 with total page 355 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: - Not only is Health Psychology, a field that focuses on the promotion and maintenance of both physical and mental health, a rapidly growing area of interest, but it is also a field that draws on and contributes to the other varied fields of psychology, medicine, nursing, sociology, anthropology, among others. - Provides a relatively comprehensive and accesible overview of the central concepts, issues, conditions and terms that comprise the broad discipline of health psychology - Covers more than 200 contributions by more than 150 of the leading researchers, educators, and practitioners in the field

Author : William C. Cockerham
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781118410868
Total Pages : 2648 pages
Book Rating : 4.66/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Wiley-Blackwell Encyclopedia of Health, Illness, Behavior, and Society written by William C. Cockerham and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 2648 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Featuring more than 700 entries across 20 sub-disciplines, this encyclopedia offers the first comprehensive, interdisciplinary, and international reference work on all aspects of the social scientific study of health and illness."--Encyclopedia home page, viewed July 24, 2015.

Author : Stavroula Leka
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 9781444324167
Total Pages : 368 pages
Book Rating : 4.60/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Occupational Health Psychology written by Stavroula Leka and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-03-02 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This ground-breaking textbook is the first to cover the new and rapidly developing field of occupational health psychology. Provides a thorough introduction to occupational health psychology and an accessible overview of the key themes in research and practice Each chapter relates to an aspect of the core education curriculum delineated by the European Academy of Occupational Health Psychology Written by internationally recognized experts in the field Examines a host of contemporary workplace health issues, including work-related stress; the psychosocial work environment; positive psychology and employee well-being; psychosocial risk management; workspace design; organizational research methods; and corporate culture and health

Author : Robin L. Cautin
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 0470671270
Total Pages : 3215 pages
Book Rating : 4.76/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Encyclopedia of Clinical Psychology, 5 Volume Set written by Robin L. Cautin and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2015-01-20 with total page 3215 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Recommended. Undergraduates through faculty/researchers; professionals/practitioners;general readers.” – Choice Includes well over 500 A-Z entries of between 500 and 7,500 words in length covering the main topics, key concepts, and influential figures in the field of clinical psychology Serves as a comprehensive reference with emphasis on philosophical and historical issues, cultural considerations, and conflicts Offers a historiographical overview of the ways in which research influences practice Cites the best and most up-to-date scientific evidence for each topic, encouraging readers to think critically 5 Volumes www.encyclopediaclinicalpsychology.com

Author : Gilbert Reyes
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 0470447486
Total Pages : 1547 pages
Book Rating : 4.82/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Encyclopedia of Psychological Trauma written by Gilbert Reyes and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-12-03 with total page 1547 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Encyclopedia of Psychological Trauma is the only authoritative reference on the scientific evidence, clinical practice guidelines, and social issues addressed within the field of trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder. Edited by the leading experts in the field, you will turn to this definitive reference work again and again for complete coverage of psychological trauma, PTSD, evidence-based and standard treatments, as well as controversial topics including EMDR, virtual reality therapy, and much more.

Author : Kevin L. Nadal
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119677009
Total Pages : 243 pages
Book Rating : 4.00/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Filipino American Psychology written by Kevin L. Nadal and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2020-11-24 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DISCOVER THE FOUNDATIONS AND NUANCES OF TREATING THE MENTAL HEALTH OF FILIPINO AMERICANS Filipino American Psychology: A Handbook of Theory, Research, and Clinical Practice, 2nd Edition compiles the latest and best information about the psychology of Filipino Americans into a single, indispensable volume. Distinguished and celebrated professor and author, Dr. Kevin Nadal, explains in thorough detail the mental health issues facing many Filipino Americans today. It also covers effective techniques and strategies for working with the Filipino American population today. Filipino American Psychology uses reader-friendly language, along with numerous vignettes and case studies, to make accessible its in-depth treatment of the subject. The book covers a wide range of topics necessary to understand how to provide mental health treatment to Filipino Americans, including: Filipino and Filipino American Cultural Values Overcoming the Model Minority: Contemporary experiences of Filipino Americans Intersections of Gender and Sexual Orientation Multiracial and Multiethnic Filipino Americans Mental Health and Psychotherapy in the Filipino American community The book also includes a brand-new section on the historical traumas that still reverberate through the Filipino American community. Perfect for mental health practitioners and students who are likely to encounter this large cultural and ethnic group, Filipino American Psychology serves as a foundational volume in any complete mental health library.

Author : Edward P. Sarafino
Publisher : Wiley Global Education
ISBN 13 : 1119636124
Total Pages : 568 pages
Book Rating : 4.20/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Health Psychology written by Edward P. Sarafino and published by Wiley Global Education. This book was released on 2020-05-07 with total page 568 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ed Sarafino and Timothy Smith draw from the research and theory of multiple disciplines in order to effectively demonstrate how psychology and health impact each other. The newly updated 9th Edition of Health Psychology: Biopsychsocial Interactions includes a broader picture of health psychology by presenting cross-cultural data. Furthermore, international examples are also included to further explore the psychologist's perspective of health issues around the world and highlight what works in the field. The psychological research cited in the text supports a variety of behavioral, physiological, cognitive, and social/personality viewpoints. An emphasis on lifespan development in health and illness is integrated throughout the text.

Author : Shane J. Lopez
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118344677
Total Pages : 1156 pages
Book Rating : 4.75/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Encyclopedia of Positive Psychology written by Shane J. Lopez and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2012-09-11 with total page 1156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Positive psychology, the pursuit of understanding optimal human functioning, is reshaping the scholarly and public views of how we see the science of psychology. The Encyclopedia of Positive Psychology provides a comprehensive and accessible summary of this growing area of scholarship and practice. 288 specially commissioned entries written by 150 leading international researchers, educators, and practitioners in positive psychology covers topics of interest across all social sciences as well as business and industry the most current, extensive, and accessible treatment of the subject available topical primer clarifies basic constructs and processes associated with positive psychology will be useful to students, teachers, practitioners, businesspeople, and policy makers