Foundations of Health Service Psychology 2e: A Comprehensive Science-Based Approach

Foundations of Health Service Psychology 2e, authored by Timothy P. Melchert, presents a comprehensive science-based approach to the clinical practice of psychology. This updated edition systematically applies scientific advances in understanding human psychology to updating the conceptual frameworks used for education, practice, and research in health service psychology.

The new edition includes significant elaboration on recent research. Neural and behavioral science research regarding many aspects of cognition, emotion, and behavior has strengthened substantially over the past decade, as has the role of evolutionary theory for understanding why humans are designed the way we are. The movement toward integrated primary care has also advanced considerably. These and other topics are updated significantly in this new edition.

The new edition is also reorganized to streamline the presentation, providing a unified conceptual framework for health service psychology. It overviews the whole treatment process from a biopsychosocial approach, from intake through outcomes assessment. This book includes major advances in both the science and practice of psychology, avoiding highly technical language so that students and practitioners from across the field can easily follow the discussion.

With its comprehensive approach and updated research, Foundations of Health Service Psychology 2e is an essential resource for those in the field of health service psychology. It provides a solid foundation for understanding the latest developments in psychology and applying them to real-world practice.

Published by Elsevier Science, this book is available in English and can be obtained through various online retailers. For those interested in staying up-to-date with the latest in health service psychology, this book is a must-have.