Interpersonal Relationships and Health - Social and Clinical Psychological Mechanisms (Relié)

"This volume is a must-read for everyone working at the interface of close relationships and health, broadly construed. Scientists, clinicians, and policymakers alike will appreciate the wealth of insights that its all-star cast of scientists provide. The authors weave together knowledge from the social, behavioral, and medical sciences in a compelling and sophisticated manner. Multiple chapters from this volume are headed straight onto the syllabus of my graduate seminars." Gregory Miller, Professor, Departments of Psychology and Medical Social Sciences ; Faculty Fellow, Cells to Society : The Center on Social Disparities and Health, The Institute for Policy Research, Northwestern University.
"Abundant evidence has now established that relationships play an influential role in the etiology, symptom expression, and treatment of nearly every major illness or problem that afflicts humans. Written by leaders in the field, these chapters provide a timely, insightful and highly readable overview of the role of relationships in health and well-being. Researchers and practitioners alike will find this volume a rich source of ideas and advice." Harry T.
Reis, Professor of Psychology, Department of Clinical & Social Sciences in Psychology, University of Rochester "This book is a must read for any scholar or student interested in the links between interpersonal relationships and health and well-being. Leading scholars across many disciplines are the authors of excellent chapters that present theories, methods, approaches, and findings focused on the social and clinical psychology mechanisms that explain how diverse aspects of relationships have implications for health." Susan Sprecher, Distinguished Professor, Department of Sociology & Anthropology, Illinois State University