An Up-to-the-Minute Overview of the Major Concepts of Health Promotion
Programs!
A Doody's Core Title for 2011!
A British Medical Association Book Awards Runner-up, Health & Social
Care category
The use of theory in the planning and implementation of health promotion
programs will more reliably produce positive outcomes.
Following on from the success of the second edition, "Theory in a
Nutshell, 3rd Edition" explores the main theoretical concepts and models
in health promotion and explains the significance, practical
application, and impact of different theories on the individual,
community and organization. This edition includes concise reviews of
established theories, such as social cognitive theory and health belief
model, as well as expanding on new developments in the field, including
evidence-based policy making and health impact assessment. Thoroughly
revised and updated, the book maintains the accessible style suitable
for public health practitioners, health promotion and health education
specialists, and epidemiologists and social policy makers, as well as
students of public health and health promotion.
Features:
Written for busy practitioners and in a style also suitable for
undergrad students in public & allied health Explains the core theories
and concepts and applies them to a variety of common community contexts
Authors are internationally recognized leaders in the field of health
promotion
Praise for the second edition:
4 STAR DOODY'S REVIEW!
"This is a very useful guide for busy practitioners who want a concise,
accessible resource of theories for health promotion. Each theory is
followed by a commentary discussing its strengths, weaknesses, and
practical use. Each chapter ends with a bibliography of further
readings. Tables and figures throughout further enhance understanding.
This edition includes revisions and updates to all sections as well as
new sections on community organization and community building,
evidence-based policy making, and health impact assessment."--"Doody's
Review Service"
