Perceived Health and Adaptation in Chronic Disease

Taylor & Francis

Perceived Health and Adaptation in Chronic DiseaseAuthor(s): Francis Guillemin, Alain Leplege, Serge Briancon, Elisabeth Spitz, Joel Coste\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Inc, United States\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9781498778985, 978-1498778985\nSynopsis\nChronic diseases have become predominant in Western societies and in many developing countries. They affect quality of life and daily activities and require regular medical care. \n\nThis unique monograph will bring readers up to date with chronic disease research, with a focus on health-related quality of life and patient perception of the impact of the diseases and health intervention, as well as psychological adaptation to the disease. It considers the application of concepts and measures in medical and psychological clinical practice and in public health policies. Informed by theory, philosophy, history and empirical research, chapters will indicate how readers might advance their own thinking, learning, .