Realizing Social Justice The Challenge of Preventive Interventions

Name: Realizing Social Justice The Challenge of Preventive Interventions
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ISBN: 9781433804113

ISBN-10: 1433804115

ISBN-13: 9781433804113

Edition: 2009

Authors: Maureen Kenny, American Psychological Association Staff

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This volume seeks to advance interest and knowledge in prevention by presenting a renewed vision suited to the needs of the U.S. population. The book emphasises the potential of prevention to promote positive development across the lifespan and to foster social justice.

Book details

List price: $49.95
Copyright year: 2009
Publisher: American Psychological Association
Publication date: 12/15/2008
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 328
Size: 7.25" wide x 10.50" long x 1.25" tall
Weight: 1.738
Language: English



Contributors


List of Tables, Figures, and Exhibits


Preface


Social Justice and the Challenge of Preventive Interventions: An Introduction




Social Justice and Prevention



Promoting Positive Development and Social Justice Through Prevention: A Legacy for the Future




Advancing Prevention, Health Promotion, and Social Justice Through Practical Integration of Prevention Science and Practice




Prevention as a Mechanism for Promoting Positive Development in the Context of Risk: Principles of Best Practice




The Role of Prevention in Psychology's Social Justice Agenda




Evaluating Contemporary Social Programs: Challenges and Opportunities




Prevention: Ethics, Responsibility, and Commitment to Public Well-Being




Training Primary Preventionists to Make a Difference in People's Lives




Preventive Interventions Across Contexts



Fostering a Healthy Climate for Diversity




Promoting Healthy Lifestyles




Developing Healthy Family Relationships




Development of a Positive School Climate




Creating Healthy Work Organizations




Collaboration for Building Strong Communities: Two Examples



Conclusion: Prevention and Social Justice-New Lessons and Next Steps



Author Index


Subject Index


About the Editors