Adolescent Health Problems: Behavioral Perspectives (Advances in Pediatric Psychology Series) [Hardcover]

Jan L. Wallander (Author), Lawrence J. Siegal (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0898621135 | ISBN-13: 978-0898621136 | Publication Date: August 11, 1995 | Edition: 1st

Investigating the relationship between health and behavior in adolescents, this volume presents summaries of research and clinical programs directed and written by foremost investigators on the topic. Sponsored by the Society of Pediatric Psychology as part of the series Advances in Pediatric Psychology, this volume provides vital theoretical and clinical findings with broad implications for health promotion in adolescence and beyond.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Drs. Wallander and Siegel have united the work of an impressive list of experts on adolescent behavior to create a volume that elucidates the many issues and influences affecting adolescent health. The volume bridges theory, current empirical research and clinical and public health practice, making it appropriate for both researchers and practitioners in the field of adolescent health. Moreover, the volume creates a firm foundation for the development and implementation of interventions designed to reduce adolescent risk-taking behavior and enhance the adoption and maintenance of health- promoting behavior. I recommend this volume to anyone with an interest in adolescent health." --Ralph J. DiClemente, Ph.D., Assoc. Prof., Schools of Public Health and Medicine and Co-Director, Prevention Sciences Research, Center for AIDS Research

"I have developed high expectations about Jan Wallander's and Larry Siegel's scientific work, and my respect is now extended to their editing of this excellent volume. The editors' deep understanding of the issues in adolescent health problems is revealed by their selection of highly qualified authors and the clear organization of the volume. Their attention to detail is shown by the quality and conciseness of the individual chapters. I was particularly pleased with the comprehensive coverage, from epidemiology and theory, to risky and health-promoting behaviors, to key chronic diseases. Adolescent Health Problems: Behavioral Perspectives will be a useful sourcebook for researchers and practitioners from a variety of disciplines. Not only will this volume help seasoned professionals expand their competence in adolescent health, but it will be an outstanding textbook to provide a sophisticated introduction for students." --James F. Sallis, Ph.D., Professor of Psychology, San Diego State University

About the Author

Jan L. Wallander is Associate Professor of Psychology and Scientist at the Civitan International Research Center at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where he directs the Stress and Coping Research Program. A former President of the Society of Pediatric Psychology and Associate Editor of the Journal of Pediatric Psychology, he is currently focusing attention in professional affairs on international developments relevant to children's and adolescents' health and behavior, for example as a Co-Chair of the International Task Force of SPP and Pediatric Track Co-Chair for the Fourth International Congress of Behavior Medicine. He is a Fellow of the American Psychological Association-Division of Health Psychology. An active scientist, he has published over 80 papers and books, obtained in excess of $1.5 million in research funding from the National Institutes of Health, and currently holds a Research Career Development Award from NIH. His research deals with the psychosocial well-being and development of children and adolescents with chronic handicapping conditions and their families.
Lawrence J. Siegel, Ph.D., is Dean and Professor of Psychology at the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology at Yeshiva University. He is a Fellow of the American Psychological Association and is Past President of the Society of Pediatric Psychology (Section 5, Division 12 of APA). Currently, Dr. Siegel is Editor of «MDUL»The Clinical Psychologist«MDNM». He has co-authored and edited four textbooks and published numerous research articles in the areas of child clinical/pediatric psychology.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 314 pages
• Publisher: Guilford Press; 1st edition (August 11, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0898621135
• ISBN-13: 978-0898621136
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.4 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,191,580 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)