Authors:David S. Krantz, Andrew S. Baum , Andrew S. Baum,
Publisher: Psychology Press
Keywords: medicine, behavioral, series, perspectives, methods, technology
Number of Pages: 328
Published: 1998-07-01
List price: $89.95
ISBN-10: 0805829229
ISBN-13: 9780805829228

This book provides an illustrative overview of some of the key methodological and technical innovations that form the cutting edge of current research in behavioral medicine. It is divided into three sections. Part I consists of six chapters describing the impact on behavioral medicine research of novel developments in diverse areas such as molecular genetics, neuroendocrine assessment, laboratory radionuclide measurement of cardiac function, and the development of electronic event monitors for measuring compliance with medication regimens. In addition, new applications of long-available asse

Authors:Marvin Stein, Andrew S. Baum , Andrew S. Baum,
Publisher: Psychology Press
Keywords: medicine, behavioral, perspectives, series, diseases, chronic
Number of Pages: 360
Published: 1995-10-01
List price: $100.00
ISBN-10: 0805818553
ISBN-13: 9780805818550

Although considerable progress has been made in the understanding and treatment of a range of medical disorders, it had recently been pointed out that 85 percent of the population will be stricken by chronic disorders which may be accompanied by many years of suffering. This volume deals with issues of both cure and risk in chronic illnesses which are among the group of disorders associated with the leading causes of death in the United States at this time -- Alzheimer’s disease, AIDS, and cancer. A consideration of the role of brain and behavior in relation to the cure and prevention o

Authors:Alvin P. Shapiro, Andrew S. Baum , Andrew S. Baum,
Publisher: Psychology Press
Keywords: behavioral, medicine, series, perspectives, disease, aspects, cardiovascular
Number of Pages: 368
Published: 1991-04-01
List price: $99.95
ISBN-10: 0805807713
ISBN-13: 9780805807714

Smoking, diet, stress, coping, and exercise, among other behaviors and psychological states, are now clearly implicated in the development of cardiovascular diseases. Prevention, based largely on altering behaviors that contribute to this chronic disease, is now as important a goal as is treatment of those already afflicted. This volume, based on a recent meeting of the Academy of Behavioral Medicine Research, addresses several important areas of research in the general area of cardiovascular disease. The topics covered reflect on important aspects of this phenomenon, such as the long-term dev

Author: Andrew Baum
Publisher: Estates Gazette
Keywords: strategic, approach, second, investment, real, estate, commercial
Number of Pages: 300
Published: 2009-07-20
List price: $56.95
ISBN-10: 072820567X
ISBN-13: 9780728205673

* Author of high repute, both in academia and business * Clearly written, accessible and completely revised for investors, managers, advisors and students * Highly topical in today’s challenging market conditionsThis book uniquely combines academic literature and practical experience to provide a straightforward and integrated view on global real estate investment for pension funds, other institutions and professionals, particularly in the UK. The book is divided into three sections. Part One describes the market, the industry and the investment vehicles available, as well as a performan

Authors:Richard Contrada, Andrew Baum,
Publisher: Springer Publishing Company
Keywords: psychology, health, biology, science, stress, handbook
Number of Pages: 704
Published: 2010-09-29
List price: $150.00
ISBN-10: 0826114717
ISBN-13: 9780826114716

"This is an important book about the scientific study of stress and human adaptation. It brings together both empirical data and theoretical developments that address the fundamental question of how psychosocial variables get inside the body to influence neurobiological processes that culminate in physical disease." -David C. Glass, PhD Emeritus Professor of Psychology Stony Brook University (From the Foreword) Edited by two leading health psychologists, The Handbook of Stress Science presents a detailed overview of key topics in stress and health psychology. With discussions on how stress i

Authors:Neil Schneiderman, Philip Mccabe, Andrew S. Baum , An
Publisher: Psychology Press
Keywords: medicine, behavioral, perspectives, series, disease, processes, stress
Number of Pages: 328
Published: 1992-08-01
List price: $75.00
ISBN-10: 0805811613
ISBN-13: 9780805811612

This volume presents chapters by leading figures researching the various pathways by which stress may interfere with health maintenance and contribute to disease etiology and progression. Their work focuses on direct effects of stress on the immune and endocrine systems, on behavioral factors in diseases such as cancer and diabetes, and with the general role of stress in illness processes.

Authors:Andrew Baum, Stanton Newman, John Weinman, Robert Wes
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Keywords: medicine, health, psychology, handbook, cambridge
Number of Pages: 660
Published: 1997-01-15
List price: $99.99
ISBN-10: 0521436869
ISBN-13: 9780521436861

Health psychology is a rapidly expanding discipline combining psychology and clinical medicine. This important text collates international and interdisciplinary expertise to form a unique encyclopedic handbook to this field that will be valuable to medical practitioners as well as psychologists. To facilitate easy reference, the handbook’s chapters are alphabetically organized with extensive crossreferencing. The first of three sections introduces the nonspecialist reader to broad areas of psychology relevant to the practice of medicine. The second and third sections examine behavioral f