Health Psychology: Biopsychosocial Interactions
Biopsychosocial to the core.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.This revised new Fifth Edition provides up-to-date coverage of such timely topics as:How stress affects healthCoping processes and effects on healthStages of change and motivational interviewing in health promotionSubstance abuse processes, prevention, and treatmentWeight controlComplementary and alternative medicinePain conditions and treatmentMedical and psychosocial interventions for chronic illnessesAge, gender, and sociocultural differences in health and health promotion