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A comprehensive text that is suitable for several courses, especially those on health psychology and behavioral medicine. It draws from the research and theory of many disciplines to describe how psychology and health are interconnected. It assumes at least an introductory psychology course. New to this updated edition (first was 1990) is a chapter that considers the future of health psychology, among other additions. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.
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To truly understand the interconnections between psychology and health, you've got to take a look at the whole person. That's why Edward Sarafino's thoroughly updated Fifth Edition examines the dynamic interplay of biological, psychological, and social factors in people's health.Sarafino presents the most current thinking in the field, drawing on recent research and theory from psychology, sociology, anthropology, and biology. Throughout, the text explores life-span development in health and illness, as well as health and health related behavior of people throughout the world.
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