Practical Health Promotion
A comprehensive guide to health promotion skills and practices
John Hubley author James Woodall author June Copeman author
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Polity Press
Published:5th May '21
Should be back in stock very soon
This hardback is available in another edition too:
- Paperback£19.99(9781509541744)
This updated edition provides a thorough exploration of health promotion skills and practical applications, making it an essential resource for practitioners and students alike.
The third edition of Practical Health Promotion serves as a comprehensive and contemporary guide to the essential skills required for effective health promotion. This textbook is meticulously revised to reflect the latest developments in public health, offering readers a hands-on approach to understanding the various settings in which health promotion occurs. It covers a wide array of tools and techniques, including one-on-one communication, group work, advocacy, and the utilization of social media in health initiatives. Each chapter is designed to guide practitioners step-by-step through these diverse contexts, ensuring they are well-equipped to make a positive impact.
"This excellent book will be of interest to a wide range of health promoters including nurses, doctors and public health practitioners. This accessible book focuses on a range of skills needed to become an effective practitioner. I recommend it as essential reading for students and practitioners concerned with promoting health." Dr Michael C. Watson, Trustee, Institute of Health Promotion and Education. "Each chapter is as rich as the next. This is the book I have been waiting for. It is perfectly academically balanced to initiate and stimulate students and put them into action in regards to practical applications in Health Promotion." Ginette P. Michel, Laurentian University
ISBN: 9781509541737
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352 pages
3rd Edition