SYSTEMS THINKING FOR GLOBAL HEALTH P

Systems thinking can contribute to solving key challenges in Global Health by examining the individual elements within the system as well as the interrelationships between them and wider contextual patterns. This book provides a comprehensive range of case studies, reflections, conceptual pieces, and methodological approaches to enhance understanding and application of systems-thinking in Global Health.

Format: Paperback
Length: 384 pages
Publication date: 14 July 2022
Publisher: OXFORD HIGHER EDUCATION

Global health is a multifaceted field that requires a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach to address its complex challenges. This book emphasizes the importance of applying a systems-thinking approach to global health issues, which involves examining both the individual components within the system and the interconnections between them and broader contextual patterns.

A global and multidisciplinary team of experts has contributed to this volume, providing a comprehensive overview of the core concepts of a systems-thinking approach and how they can be applied to current global health problems. The book offers a range of case studies, reflections, conceptual pieces, and methodological approaches to engage readers and connect systems-thinking theory with lived experiences.

Well-established topics such as infectious and non-communicable diseases, as well as lesser-discussed areas such as stillbirth, mental health, and war and conflict, are brought together under a shared systems-thinking framework. This approach offers innovative perspectives on current health challenges and provides valuable insights for students, academics, practitioners, and policy makers.

By adopting a systems-thinking approach, global health professionals can better understand the interconnectedness of health systems, identify root causes of health problems, and develop more effective and sustainable solutions. This book serves as a valuable resource for anyone interested in enhancing their understanding and application of systems-thinking in global health.

ISBN-13: 9780198799498