Health Psychology

The US Taylor textbook is widely accepted as the best health psychology book in the market. Our Canadian adaptation will stay true to its content by conveying the increasing sophistication and complexity of the field in a manner that is accessible and exciting to undergraduates. The flexible organization and emphasis on many relevant areas of psychology makeHealth Psychology, First Canadian Editionappropriate for courses in Health Psychology, Health and Human Behaviour, and allied health and pre-med/pharmacy programs. The text takes a social psychological perspective that provides clear explanations of biological, psychological, and social factors in health issues reinforced with boxed information that illustrates important points. A variety of theoretical perspectives are incorporated as they relate to particular health problems. Research is current and reflects the problems of our times.