The Health Studies Companion
Nonfiction, Health & Well Being, Medical, Reference, Public Health, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science
| Author: | Ms Sophie Smailes, Clare Street | ISBN: | 9780230344273 |
| Publisher: | Palgrave Macmillan | Publication: | June 21, 2011 |
| Imprint: | Palgrave Macmillan | Language: | English |
| Author: | Ms Sophie Smailes, Clare Street |
| ISBN: | 9780230344273 |
| Publisher: | Palgrave Macmillan |
| Publication: | June 21, 2011 |
| Imprint: | Palgrave Macmillan |
| Language: | English |
An instant access point for the study of health…
The Health Studies Companion explains terminology, theories and underpinning concepts of health. It is ideal preparatory and introductory reading, and provides a reliable point of reference throughout your programme of study.
This book will help you understand the competing and contested debates in contemporary health and social care. Highlights include easily searchable A-Z lists of explanations, reflective activities, stacks of further reading suggestions and an extensive research methods section. Plus with a detailed cross-referencing system, it allows you to make immediate connections between the various elements of knowledge and research.
■ Suitable for all health students: accessible and appropriate for all, whether applying, just starting or looking for support throughout your course.
■ Clear but detailed explanations: alphabetically explains and discusses key concepts, theories and ideologies, and draws links between them, offering you a foundation for all areas of study.
■ Evidence-based discussion: looks at four prominent health issues and uses research from these areas to aid understanding and enhance criticality.
■ Introduces research methods: understanding and critically analysing research is a vital skill for all students.
■ Offers careers guidance: in a section written specially by a careers consultant, find advice on job opportunities, professions and interview skills.
This book is the launch pad to your degree success.
The Health Studies Companion explains terminology, theories and underpinning concepts of health. It is ideal preparatory and introductory reading, and provides a reliable point of reference throughout your programme of study.
This book will help you understand the competing and contested debates in contemporary health and social care. Highlights include easily searchable A-Z lists of explanations, reflective activities, stacks of further reading suggestions and an extensive research methods section. Plus with a detailed cross-referencing system, it allows you to make immediate connections between the various elements of knowledge and research.
■ Suitable for all health students: accessible and appropriate for all, whether applying, just starting or looking for support throughout your course.
■ Clear but detailed explanations: alphabetically explains and discusses key concepts, theories and ideologies, and draws links between them, offering you a foundation for all areas of study.
■ Evidence-based discussion: looks at four prominent health issues and uses research from these areas to aid understanding and enhance criticality.
■ Introduces research methods: understanding and critically analysing research is a vital skill for all students.
■ Offers careers guidance: in a section written specially by a careers consultant, find advice on job opportunities, professions and interview skills.
This book is the launch pad to your degree success.
An instant access point for the study of health…
The Health Studies Companion explains terminology, theories and underpinning concepts of health. It is ideal preparatory and introductory reading, and provides a reliable point of reference throughout your programme of study.
This book will help you understand the competing and contested debates in contemporary health and social care. Highlights include easily searchable A-Z lists of explanations, reflective activities, stacks of further reading suggestions and an extensive research methods section. Plus with a detailed cross-referencing system, it allows you to make immediate connections between the various elements of knowledge and research.
■ Suitable for all health students: accessible and appropriate for all, whether applying, just starting or looking for support throughout your course.
■ Clear but detailed explanations: alphabetically explains and discusses key concepts, theories and ideologies, and draws links between them, offering you a foundation for all areas of study.
■ Evidence-based discussion: looks at four prominent health issues and uses research from these areas to aid understanding and enhance criticality.
■ Introduces research methods: understanding and critically analysing research is a vital skill for all students.
■ Offers careers guidance: in a section written specially by a careers consultant, find advice on job opportunities, professions and interview skills.
This book is the launch pad to your degree success.
The Health Studies Companion explains terminology, theories and underpinning concepts of health. It is ideal preparatory and introductory reading, and provides a reliable point of reference throughout your programme of study.
This book will help you understand the competing and contested debates in contemporary health and social care. Highlights include easily searchable A-Z lists of explanations, reflective activities, stacks of further reading suggestions and an extensive research methods section. Plus with a detailed cross-referencing system, it allows you to make immediate connections between the various elements of knowledge and research.
■ Suitable for all health students: accessible and appropriate for all, whether applying, just starting or looking for support throughout your course.
■ Clear but detailed explanations: alphabetically explains and discusses key concepts, theories and ideologies, and draws links between them, offering you a foundation for all areas of study.
■ Evidence-based discussion: looks at four prominent health issues and uses research from these areas to aid understanding and enhance criticality.
■ Introduces research methods: understanding and critically analysing research is a vital skill for all students.
■ Offers careers guidance: in a section written specially by a careers consultant, find advice on job opportunities, professions and interview skills.
This book is the launch pad to your degree success.
