Health Psychology in Australia

Jill Dorrian · Einar Thorsteinsson · Mirella Di Benedetto · Katrina Lane-Krebs · Melissa Day · Amanda Hutchinson · Kerry Sherman

Mar 2017 · Cambridge University Press

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In today's diverse society, health professionals require a complete understanding of how physiological, social and psychological factors impact physical wellbeing. Health Psychology in Australia provides a contemporary, relevant perspective on the unique climate in which this increasingly important area of healthcare is practised in Australia. Drawing on the expertise of the author team, this book gives students the skills to identify and evaluate health risk factors and to intervene in and manage health behaviour. Each chapter includes learning objectives, case studies with accompanying reflection questions, critical thinking activities and a detailed summary to consolidate learning. The comprehensive glossary and links to online resources solidify understanding of key concepts and ideas. Written with a focus on respectful advocacy of health promotion, Health Psychology in Australia provides psychology and allied health students with a comprehensive understanding of the role of the health psychologist as clinician, researcher, educator and client.

About the author

Jill Dorrian is Associate Professor in the School of Psychology, Social Work and Social Policy at the University of South Australia.

Einar Thorsteinsson is Associate Professor in Psychology in the School of Behavioural, Cognitive and Social Sciences at the University of New England, Australia.

Mirella Di Benedetto is a lecturer in psychology in the School of Health and Biomedical Sciences, Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology.

Katrina Lane-Krebs is a lecturer in the School of Nursing and Midwifery at Central Queensland University.

Melissa Day is a NHMRC Early Career Fellow in the School of Psychology at the University of Queensland.

Amanda Hutchinson is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Psychology, Social Work and Social Policy at the University of South Australia.

Kerry Sherman is Associate Professor in the School of Psychology at Macquarie University, Sydney.

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