Health Psychology

Health Psychology: Well-Being in a Diverse World, 5th Edition, by Regan A. R. Gurung, is an academic textbook that introduces undergraduate students to how psychological and physiological factors interact across global communities. The text grounds fundamental health theories in diverse cultural contexts to help learners analyze human health and well-being.

Core chapters explore essential biological foundations, research methodologies, and varied conceptualizations of stress and coping networks. The author evaluates behavior change frameworks alongside everyday actions, examining how social determinants such as family structures, local environments, ethnicity, and religious traditions influence habits surrounding nutrition, physical activity, alcohol consumption, and smoking.

This 5th Edition incorporates updated academic references alongside an expanded emphasis on intersectional cultural factors. These additions provide structured study materials for learners examining illness cognitions, adherence, patient-practitioner relationships, and varied cultural perspectives on managing pain, chronic illness, and end-of-life experiences.