PSYC 470 - Health Psychology

Explores links between health and out behavior, thoughts, emotions, and social relationships. It uses methods of psychology research and practice to help prevent disease, promote recovery, and promote adaptation with ongoing health problems. The course covers research methods, personality as related to stress and coping, health behaviors, several specific medical conditions, rehabilitation, health communication, and the social construction of health and illness.

Requisites: PSYC 100, junior standing (Required, Previous).

Credits:4 cr

Session Cycle: Fall onlyYearly Cycle: Periodically