Depression and Physical Illness - Softcover

 
9780521603607: Depression and Physical Illness
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0521603609 ISBN 13: 9780521603607
Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2002

Synopsis

Depression and physical illness are intimately related. Depressed mood is thought to contribute to the development and progression of some illnesses, while physical illness can in turn increase the risk of depression. This book provides a critical overview of the evidence linking depression with several major health conditions, including coronary heart disease, diabetes, cancer, chronic pain, disability, chronic fatigue and obesity. It also explores the biological and behavioural processes underlying the association, discussing the role of neuroendocrine, immunological and inflammatory pathways, and the relationship between depression and health behaviours such as smoking, physical activity and adherence to medical advice. It combines a thorough analysis of the clinical, biological and epidemiological data with guidance to health professionals and patients on how to manage depression in people suffering from physical illness, pointing the way to an integrated approach to health care.

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About the Author

Andrew Steptoe has published more than 350 journal articles and chapters, and is author or editor of 14 books. His main research interests are in psychosocial aspects of physical illness, health behaviour and psychophysiology.

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Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Publication date
2002
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0521603609
ISBN 13 
9780521603607
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
434
Editor
Steptoe Andrew