Legal Epidemiology: Understanding the Impact of Law on Public Health

Explore the fascinating relationship between law and public health with the revised second edition of Legal Epidemiology: Theory and Methods, a comprehensive guide by renowned researchers Alexander C. Wagenaar, Rosalie Liccardo Pacula, and Scott Burris.

This thorough primer delves into the complex issues arising in legal epidemiology and presents potential solutions to these problems. The book is divided into three parts, starting with an introduction to the fundamental concepts of the field. Part Two presents a rich collection of theories used to study how law influences behavior, while Part Three covers the unique challenges of measurement and study design in legal epidemiology.

Theories and Frameworks for Legal Epidemiology

The authors draw on a wide range of social, psychological, sociological, and sociolegal disciplines to better understand, measure, and predict how laws influence health-relevant behaviors and environments. The book examines various frameworks for legal epidemiology, including explorations of law in public health systems and services. Additionally, it discusses how law influences behavior, covering criminological theories, procedural justice theory, and economic theory.

Designing Legal Epidemiology Evaluations

The book also delves into the design of legal epidemiology evaluations, including natural experiments, randomized trials, and qualitative research. This comprehensive resource is essential for experienced social science researchers, health scientists, legal scholars, and policy analysts seeking to understand the intricacies of legal epidemiology.

Yet, it is also an engaging resource for students, novice scientists, and non-scientists looking for a general orientation to the subject. With its thorough coverage of legal epidemiology, this book is a valuable addition to any academic or professional library.

Book Details
Publisher: Jossey-Bass
Edition: 2nd edition
Publication Date: August 29, 2023
Language: English
Pages: 464
ISBN-10: 1119906520
ISBN-13: 978-1119906520