“Palfrey's critical analysis of health promotion is refreshingly clear and thought-provoking. It is an excellent read for both tutors and students of the subject.” Rob Baggott, De Montfort University

“This book provides a useful and important contribution to a highly relevant and significant area of debate and discussion.” Professor Ceri J. Phillips, Swansea University

This book examines the methods used to evaluate the value of health promotion projects and determines whether attempts to change people’s lifestyles have proved successful. Taking in to account the practical and ethical issues involved in deciding the appropriate approach to take in efforts to reduce health inequalities, the book assesses what might be the best path forward for health promotion.
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Taking in to account the practical and ethical issues involved in deciding the appropriate approach to take in efforts to reduce health inequalities, the book assesses what might be the best path forward for health promotion.
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Main themes The origins of health promotion Evidence base and methods for evaluation Strategies for health promotion Health economics and health promotion Health promotion and mental health International perspectives The future for health promotion
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Assesses the outcomes of specific health promotion projects in the UK and elsewhere

The only book that provides a critical analysis of why health promotion should continue to be a key component of government and health authorities’ policy

Examines the effectiveness of health promotion projects and reasons for success in changing people’s lifestyles and reducing health inequalities

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Product details

ISBN
9781447341239
Published
2018-05-02
Publisher
Policy Press
Height
216 mm
Width
148 mm
Age
P, 06
Language
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet

Biographical note

Colin Palfrey is currently an independent health and social care researcher having recently worked for five years as a Senior Research Officer in the National Assembly for Wales. He was Director of the Policy Studies Unit in the University of South Wales and lectured at home and overseas for Swansea University on health policy and research. He is also the author of a number of books on policy evaluation.