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Theory and Research in Promoting Public Health
Contributor(s): Earle, Sarah (Editor), Lloyd, Cathy E. (Editor), Sidell, Moyra (Editor)
ISBN: 1412930707     ISBN-13: 9781412930703
Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd
OUR PRICE:   $177.65  
Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats
Published: April 2007
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Annotation: Theory and Research in Promoting Public Health is an important text that addresses these questions, exploring the key concepts, debates, and issues involved in multi-disciplinary public health. The book considers the complex and diverse nature of public health and helps readers critically appraise the theories, research, and policies that inform multidisciplinary public health practice.
Key Features:
  • Considers the wide range of settings, people, and methods that are involved in public health activities
  • Introduces key theoretical perspectives
  • Shows how research and knowledge directly inform public health interventions
  • Provides an analysis of how research can be used in the planning and evaluation of public health initiatives
  • Encourages critical awareness and reflection
Theory and Research in Promoting Public Health is a core text for those studying public health and health promotion across a wide range of health and social care disciplines. It is also an invaluable resource for professionals and training organizations involved in promoting public health.
Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Medical | Public Health
- Medical | Health Care Delivery
Dewey: 362.1
LCCN: 2006925363
Series: Published in Association with the Open University
Physical Information: 384 pages
 
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Publisher Description:
Theory and Research in Promoting Public Health is an important text that addresses these questions, exploring the key concepts, debates, and issues involved in multi-disciplinary public health. The book considers the complex and diverse nature of public health and helps readers critically appraise the theories, research, and policies that inform multidisciplinary public health practice.