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This course provides an introduction to the field of health psychology and its application in clinical, research, and community settings. This course will discuss how biological, psychological, and socio-cultural factors interact with one another to impact one’s health. Topics include theory and methods used to understand health-related behaviors, the impact of chronic illness on one’s quality of life, and the role of behavioral risk factors on disease prevention and prognosis.
Next course offering: Fall 2008 (Section 01) |
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This course provides an overview of stress, including its history, theoretical framework, physiology, measurement, and relationship with health outcomes. Stressors commonly experienced in our society are discussed, including individual differences in our response to stressful stimuli. Students will gain greater insight into their own life stress and learn several stress reduction strategies.
Next course offering: Fall 2008 (Section 01) |
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PRO-Health Partnerships in Research & Outreach for Health |
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