PSY 202 - Health Psychology

4 credit(s)
This course provides an overview of research, theory, and contemporary issues in the area of health psychology focusing on the ways in which individual factors, interpersonal processes, and larger systems influence the psychological and physical well-being of individuals. Topics include lifestyle factors and theories of health behavior change, stress and coping, help-seeking and healthcare interactions, prevention and intervention strategies, as well as a discussion of pain, injury, and chronic illness.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Diverse Perspectives.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 150 with minimum grade C.