The Cambridge Handbook of International Prevention Science

This book provides a comprehensive global overview on prevention science with the most up-to-date research for established scholars, new professionals and students.

Moshe Israelashvili (Edited by), John L. Romano (Edited by)

9781107087972, Cambridge University Press

Hardback, published 19 December 2016

1090 pages, 33 b/w illus. 48 tables
26.2 x 18.6 x 5.6 cm, 2.45 kg

'A major compilation of the work of an emerging field of applied science. If you are involved in prevention research or practice, you should ensure that this book is readily available to you.' PsycCRITIQUES

The Cambridge Handbook of International Prevention Science offers a comprehensive global overview on prevention science with the most up-to-date research from around the world. Over 100 scholars from 27 different countries (including Australia, Bhutan, Botswana, India, Israel, Mexico, Singapore, South Korea, Spain and Thailand) contributed to this volume, which covers a wide range of topics important to prevention science. It includes major sections on the foundations of prevention as well as examples of new initiatives in the field, detailing current prevention efforts across the five continents. A unique and innovative volume, The Cambridge Handbook of International Prevention Science is a valuable resource for established scholars, early professionals, students, practitioners and policy-makers.

Part I. The Essence of Prevention Science
Section 1. Foundations
Part II. The Globalization of Prevention Science
Section 1. Asia and Australia
Part III. The Future of Prevention Science.

Subject Areas: Clinical psychology [MMJ], Health psychology [MBNH9], Psychology [JM]