Citation

Galavotti C, Saltzman LE, Sauter SL, Sumartojo E. Am. Psychol. 1997; 52(2): 154-166.

Affiliation

National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers, for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, GA 30341-3724, USA. cxg2@ccddrh1.em.cdc.gov

Copyright

(Copyright © 1997, American Psychological Association)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

9104089

Abstract

Behavioral research and surveillance activities are conducted across the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This article highlights activities in 4 program areas: violence against women, tuberculosis elimination, HIV prevention, and occupational health. The unique constraints and opportunities of each organization and program focus have shaped the way research has developed in each of these areas. Behavioral scientists also face many common challenges at CDC. Despite the difficulties of integrating behavioral research into an institution that historically has focused on biomedical and epidemiological research, behavioral scientists have made important contributions to public health. Many opportunities remain for psychologists to translate theory and operationalize constructs for use in solving important public health problems.