Full Description
As our understanding of what constitutes 'good health' grows, so does our need to understand the psychological aspects of medicine and health, as well as the psychological interventions available in healthcare. This bestselling textbook provides a comprehensive overview of research, theory, application, and current practices in the field. The new edition delves deeper into critical topics such as diversity and health inequalities, cultural influences on healthcare, the rise of digital healthcare solutions, and the well-being of healthcare practitioners. With updated case studies, research examples, and online resources, this essential text equips medical and healthcare students with the knowledge and tools to navigate the evolving landscape of health psychology.
Richard de Visser is a Professor of Health Psychology at Brighton & Sussex Medical School.
Susan Ayers is a Professor of Maternal and Child Health at City St George's, University of London in the School of Health and Medical Sciences.
Contents
1 Psychology and Medicine
Section I: Psychology and Health
2 Motivation, Emotion, and Health
3 Stress and Health
4 Symptoms, Pain, and Illness
5 Health and Behaviour
6 Chronic Illness, Death, and Dying
Section II: Basic Foundations of Psychology
7 The Nervous System, Neurology, and Psychiatry
8 Psychosocial Development across the Lifespan
9 Social Psychology
10 Cognitive Psychology
Section III: Healthcare Practice
11 Diversity, Inclusivity, and Equality in Medicine and Healthcare
12 Evidence-Based Practice
13 Clinical Communication
14 Psychological Intervention
Section IV: Body Systems
15 Immunity and Protection
16 Cardiovascular and Respiratory Health
17 Gastrointestinal Health
18 Reproduction and Endocrinology
19 Genitourinary Medicine
