The Psychology of Lifestyle reflects the current climate in health prevention by considering lifestyles and the interrelationship of psychosocial concepts and theories that describe and explain people's often unhealthy behaviours. This unique book enables readers to develop a clear theoretical and practical grasp of the psychological principles involved in all aspects of lifestyle change.
The Psychology of Lifestyle reflects the current climate in health prevention by considering lifestyles and the interrelationship of psychosocial c...
Improving lifestyles is thought to be one of the most effective means of reducing mortality and morbidity in the developed world. However, despite decades of health promotion, there has been no significant difference to lifestyles and instead there are rising levels of inactivity and obesity. The Psychology of Lifestyle addresses the role psychology can play in reversing the trend of deleterious lifestyle choices. It considers the common characteristics of lifestyle behaviours and reflects on how we can inform and improve interventions to promote healthy lifestyles. Health promotion has...
Improving lifestyles is thought to be one of the most effective means of reducing mortality and morbidity in the developed world. However, despite dec...