The Politics of Health Promotion: Case Studies from Denmark and England

Hardback

Main Details

Title The Politics of Health Promotion: Case Studies from Denmark and England
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Peter Triantafillou
By (author) Naja Vucina
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:184
Dimensions(mm): Height 234,Width 156
ISBN/Barcode 9781526100528
ClassificationsDewey:362.1
Audience
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Professional & Vocational

Publishing Details

Publisher Manchester University Press
Imprint Manchester University Press
Publication Date 28 June 2018
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

This book examines the quest to promote the health and vigour of individuals and populations of liberal democracies. It provides a detailed account of the emergence and working of Danish and English health promotion policies and programs in the areas of obesity control and mental recovery. The book shows that these interventions are supported by a form of optimistic vitalism, according to which we should all work indefinitely to improve our health and vigour. In the areas of both obesity control and mental recovery, equally particular individuals, and the social environment in which they live, are the target of political interventions. The book is above all relevant for social and political science researchers and graduate students as well as for policymakers and practitioners in the field of public health. -- .

Author Biography

Peter Triantafillou is a Professor of Public Policy and Performance Management at Roskilde University, Denmark Naja Vucina is Coordinator of the Research Unit and Competence Centre for Psychotherapy at Stolpegard Psychotherapy Centre, Denmark -- .