The American psychologist
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The American psychologist · Feb 1997
Behavioral scientists at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Evolving and integrated roles.
The behavioral sciences offer theories and methods that are critical to fulfilling the mission of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Behavioral scientists have been integrated into the epidemiological and biomedical traditions of the agency, thereby broadening the effectiveness of prevention strategies that rely on behavior change. ⋯ Psychological theories and methods, especially, have relevance for tackling many of the challenges facing public health. Some of these challenges, and the opportunities they present for psychologists and other behavioral scientists, are discussed.