Fundamentals of Health Psychology

Fundamentals of Health Psychology, 2nd Edition, is a textbook that provides an introduction to key topics and approaches across the field of health psychology. Edited by Thomas Hadjistavropoulos and Heather D. Hadjistavropoulos, the Canadian contributed volume explores the relationships between psychological factors and physical health.

Coverage examines foundational theoretical frameworks alongside biological systems. Topics address body systems and the direct psychological influences that affect physical health, as well as behavioural approaches such as the transtheoretical model of behaviour change.

Intended to guide academic study, chapters feature dedicated pedagogical components. Readers encounter study aids such as critical thought questions to support engagement with core concepts.