This volume is intended to provide health psychologists with perspectives from the domain of social psychology (social comparison theory), but will also appeal to social psychologists interested in applications of the theory. "...this is a volume that is well worth reading and is highly recommended to a number of different audiences. The information is presented with a high degree of scholarship and integration, making this an ideal specialized text for senior undergraduate or graduate-level course in health psychology or applied social psychology."—Contemporary Psychology"In general, this book is a valuable contribution to research in the field of health psychology."—Journal of Health Psychology