Health Psychology: Understanding the Mind-Body Connection

By Catherine A. Sanderson

Book Overview

Health Psychology: Understanding the Mind-Body Connection provides an exceptionally clear overview of the field by connecting foundational concepts with cutting-edge research and real-life applications. Recent studies look at topics such as the role of TikTok and other social media platforms in shaping health-related behavior, the role of neighborhood green space in preventing chronic illness, and the impact of having good relationships on longevity. Continuing the emphasis on the importance of research methods, author Catherine A. Sanderson has updated every Research in Action feature, addressing questions such as Do celebrities help or harm health-related behavior? and Are presidential elections bad for your heart? Each chapter in the new Fourth Edition has been thoroughly updated with 30+ new references to reflect changes since the COVID-19 pandemic, with a special emphasis on social determinants of health.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1071852124
• ISBN13: 9781071852125
• Release Date: August 2025
• Publisher: SAGE Publications, Inc
• Length: 544 Pages
• Weight: 2.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.0" x 1.2" x 8.0"