Quality of Life: Concept, Policy and Practice: Concept, Policy and Prcatice By

Name: Quality of Life: Concept, Policy and Practice: Concept, Policy and Prcatice By
Brand: David Phillips

David Phillips

Quality of LifeConcept, Policy and Practice\nAuthor(s): David Phillips\nFormat: Paperback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9780415323550, 978-0415323550\nSynopsis\nQuality of life is one of the most important issues facing the world today and is central to the development of social policy. \n\nThis innovative book discusses this crucial topic, assessing the criteria for judging attempts to raise quality of life, including the satisfaction of basic and social needs, autonomy to enjoy life and social connectivity. It considers key topics such as:\n\nindividual well-being and health-related quality of life \nhuman needs - living fulfilling and flourishing lives\npoverty and social exclusion \nsocial solidarity, altruism and trust within communities. \n\nQuality of Life is the first systematic presentation of this subject from both individual and collective perspectives. It provides a powerful overview of a concept which is becoming incre.