Health Promotion in Canada 5th edition by Ann Pederson 9781773384856 *4c [ZZ]

Paperback, CSPI, TAGS: HEAL20199 HESC5210WA HPR01195

Health Promotion in Canada offers a comprehensive profile of the history, current landscape, and future directions of health promotion in Canada. Emphasizing the links between theory, research, policy, and practice, this engaging series draws on concrete Canadian examples that bring the concepts and content to life and introduces new perspectives on critical issues such as 2S/LGBTQIA+ health, planetary health, climate justice, and community-centered approaches to resilience.

This new edition continues the critical approach of the previous four editions while offering an in-depth analysis of recent developments and innovative approaches in health promotion along with explorations of topical issues. With 20 new chapters, this edited collection contains contributions by prominent Canadian academics, researchers, and practitioners, reflecting a commitment to advancing well-being in a rapidly changing world while addressing the pressing challenges and opportunities shaping the field today. The fifth edition also offers fresh insights on topics such as the post-COVID health landscape, Indigenous health promotion, and mental health as well as updated discussions on health equity, digital health.

Featuring learning objectives, case studies, thought-provoking discussion questions, resources for further study, and accompanying supplementary resources, this is an ideal textbook for courses in public health, health promotion and education, health sciences, nursing, and related disciplines.

Features

• Thoroughly updated edition with 20 new chapters, including chapters on the role of Indigenous epistemology and methodology in health promotion, and ways in which health promotion can acknowledge the Report from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission
• Explores the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on the health promotion landscape
• Robust pedagogical features include thought-provoking discussion questions, resources for further study, and supplemental resources