Psychosocial Determinants of Health and Strategies for Behavioral Optimization - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798337384450

Verlag: IGI GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC PUBLISHING, 2026

Inhaltsangabe

Psychosocial determinants of health encompass the social, psychological, and behavioral factors that influence well-being and quality of life. These determinants include stress, social support, socioeconomic status, cultural influences, education, and lifestyle behaviors, all of which shape physical and mental health outcomes. Understanding how these factors contribute to health disparities develops effective interventions and promotes healthier communities. Strategies for behavioral optimization focus on encouraging positive lifestyle changes through approaches like health education, stress management, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and social support systems. Addressing both the psychological and social dimensions of health may foster sustainable behavior change, improve health outcomes, and enhance overall quality of life. Psychosocial Determinants of Health and Strategies for Behavioral Optimization explores how psychosocial factors influence health outcomes and how optimal behavioral patterns can be cultivated across lifespans. It highlights interdisciplinary approaches connecting psychology, public health, nursing, education, and social sciences, while addressing both global and culturally specific challenges in promoting health equity and sustainable well-being. This book covers topics such as cognitive science, healthcare policy, and organizational behavior, and is a useful resource for psychologists, sociologists, medical and healthcare professionals, academicians, researchers, and scientists.

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Über die Autorinnen und Autoren

Alexandros Argyriadis is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Nursing, Hellenic Mediterranean University, Crete, Greece. His research and teaching focus on mental health, community nursing, and psychosocial determinants of health. He has an extensive publication record in international journals such as IJERPH, Healthcare, and Vaccines, and serves as an editor and author for several IGI Global volumes on health psychology, artificial intelligence in education, and mental health innovation. His academic collaborations span Greece, Cyprus, the UAE, and the UK. Dr. Argyriadis is committed to advancing interdisciplinary research and promoting evidence-based practices for psychological resilience and holistic well-being.

Agathi Argyriadi holds a Ph.D. in Psychology and is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Psychology at the American University in Dubai, UAE. Her academic and research interests focus on positive psychology, resilience, arts-based learning, and mental health promotion in early childhood and inclusive education settings. She has authored and co-edited several international publications and book chapters with IGI Global, contributing to the fields of well-being, mindfulness, and creative pedagogies. Dr. Argyriadi actively collaborates with universities and research networks in Greece, Cyprus, and Europe, promoting experiential learning and psychosocial support initiatives for children, educators, and families.

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• Verlag: IGI GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC PUBLISHING
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2026
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 13: 9798337384450
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 582
• Herausgeber: Argyriadis Alexandros, Argyriadi Agathi
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: Nicht verfügbar
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