Quality of Life Research: A Critical Introduction

by Mark Rapley

Book Overview

Quality of life′ is one of the fastest growing areas of research and policy. The concept has an intuitive appeal as a measure of the well-being of individuals, communities and nations. It is increasingly promoted as an aid for political decisions and public funding. But what does the concept really mean? And how can it be operationalized in teaching and research?

This is the first introductory text to offer a critical overview of...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0761954570
• ISBN13: 9780761954576
• Release Date: April 2003
• Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd
• Length: 286 Pages
• Weight: 1.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.9" x 9.5"