Theory and Research in Promoting Public Health: 01 (Published in association with The Open University)

Theory and Research in Promoting Public Health: 01 (Published in association with The Open University)

by Moyra Sidell (Author), Cathy Lloyd (Author), Moyra Sidell (Author), Cathy Lloyd (Author), Sarah Earle (Author), Sue Spurr (Author)

Synopsis

What, exactly, is promoting public health activity? How should we promote public health? Whose values are most important? Which theories can help inform health promoting practice?

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.

This timely and comprehensive book:

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 will be a core text for those studying public health and health promotion across a wide range of health and social care disciplines. It will also be an invaluable resource for professionals and training organisations involved in promoting public health.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 424
Edition: 1
Publisher: SAGE Publications Ltd
Published: 20 Mar 2007

ISBN 10: 1412930715
ISBN 13: 9781412930710