The relationship between social support and health has attracted
tremendous research interest during the past few decades. This book
is the newest addition to the literature with an emphasis on the
study of diverse populations from a global perspective. Aiming at
theoretical and methodological advancement, it also makes a
significant contribution by addressing some fundamental issues in
social and behavioural sciences inquiry. The book is written for
everyone who is interested in gaining an international
(particularly East-West) knowledge of the subject, with a masterful
understanding of the general issues involved. It contains detailed
case studies as well as comparative material along with
thought-provoking theoretical and methodological efforts to guide
research. Policy and practice can also benefit from culture- and
population-specific knowledge about the issues and strategies
related to the provision of social support. For students in health
and social-behavioural science fields, the book may serve as a
comprehensive introduction and ongoing guide to research on social
support and health. It should be useful for professors,
researchers, and practitioners in social medicine, public health,
nursing, gerontology, social work/welfare, psychology, social
psychiatry/mental health, sociology, public policy, and
administration-management sciences as a key reference in social
support and health research. Other relevant fields include
international studies, developmental studies, cultural study,
immigration study, women's study, family studies, community
studies, urban studies, comparative social and health research, and
research methods. Many in these fields share an interest in health
promotion and maintenance via informal caregivers, professional
services, and government aid. As more and more colleges and
universities respond to rapid globalisation by developing course
offerings in non-Western experiences or perspectives, this book
offers optional readings that not only cover a major part of the
non-Western world but also offer important understanding in
comparative inquiry.
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