Download or read book Psychological Perspectives On Women's Health written by Vincent J. Adesso and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2013-08-21 with total page 380 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Significant scientific advances have been made in understanding psychological aspects of women's health, and knowledge gained will be of relevance not only to women's health but to the promotion of health and illness prevention and treatment for all individuals. The current cutting-edge research detailed in this volume is intended to stimulate new thinking and research in women's health from biopsychosocial perspectives. Drawing on research from internationally respected experts, topics covered include ageing, stress, heart disease, cancer, drugs, weight regulation and body image, pain, menstruation, sexuality and infertility, and AIDS.