This book provides an illustrative overview of some of the key methodological
and technical innovations that form the cutting edge of current research in
behavioral medicine.
It is divided into three sections. Part I consists of six chapters describing
the impact on behavioral medicine research of novel developments in diverse
areas such as molecular genetics, neuroendocrine assessment, laboratory
radionuclide measurement of cardiac function, and the development of electronic
event monitors for measuring compliance with medication regimens. In addition,
new applications of long-available assessment techniques in clinical
neuropsychology to behavioral issues in cardiovascular disease are reviewed.
Part II includes four chapters which review methods and programs of research
dealing