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| Title: |
Psychology and Health: Contributions of Psychology to the Improvement of Health and Health Care |
| Author: |
Holtzman, Wayne H. Evans, Richard I. Kennedy, Steve Iscoe, Ira |
| Appeared in: |
International journal of psychology |
| Paging: | Volume 22 (1987) nr. 2-3 pages 221-267 |
| Year: |
1987-04-01 |
| Contents: |
Psychology as both a science and a profession has been closely identified with other disciplines in the broad field of health since the turn of the century. Recent advances in health care have reinforced the growing belief that the promotion of health and the prevention and treatment of illness can be greatly enhanced by incorporating the scientific findings and modem technology of psychology into everyday practices. Outlining the contributions of psychology to health we throughout the world is the primary purpose of this report. In this brief survey, only some of the most timely and relevant issues can be mentioned, together with examples of current work in the field. The reader interested in pursuing these psychological contributions more thoroughly is encouraged to review pertinent references from the citations at the end of this report. After an introductory overview, special attention is given to each of the major areas within the broad field of health care where psychological applications have been particularly useful. |
| Publisher: |
Psychology Press |
| Source file: |
Elektronische Wetenschappelijke Tijdschriften |
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