Public Health Communication

Critical Tools and Strategies

Claudia Parvanta; David E. Nelson; Richard N. Harner
eISBN-13: 9781284065954

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Designed for master’s level study, Public Health Communication: Critical Tools and Strategies will prepare new graduates for any entry level position in public health policy/advocacy, health communication, health promotion, social marketing, or community health education. Filled with practical examples, the book is also a valuable resource for those preparing for the CPH or CHES exams. Students will learn core concepts for planning a communication framework as well key strategies for educating the public about health issues including understanding and reporting science, communicating for policy and advocacy, and health literacy and numeracy. The book thoroughly explores classic theories of persuasion in communication such as Extended Parallel Process Model, Inoculation, Sensation Value, and Cognitive Value. The most current forms of digital/multimedia/interactive channels of communication are examined.

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ISBNs 1284065952, 9781284065954, 9781284065947
Language English
Number of Pages 554