Weaving together the various foundations of psychology and health into a compelling narrative, this book culturally and historically situates the practice, strengths, and shortcomings of the field. Historian of psychology Wade Pickren traces the development of the relationship of health and psychology through a critical history that incorporates context, culture, and place from the early modern period to the present day.

Covering a range of topics and time periods including psychology and health in the nineteenth century; stress in post-World WarII USA; and the relationship between body,...