PSY 358 - Health Psychology

Unit(s): 3-4

This course examines how biological, psychological, and social factors interact to promote health, prevent disease, and affect overall quality of life. The role of lifestyle factors (e.g., sleep, physical activity, nutrition, and relaxation) in the prevention and treatment of medical disorder such as heart disease, cancer, and chronic pain is emphasized. Students have the opportunity to improve their health by developing a mind-body program based on the eastern practices of Yoga, Tai Chi, and Zen Meditation. Opportunities to practice supporting fellow students in adopting health promoting behaviors are provided. Developing competency in conducting research and working with diverse groups of people based on cultured, race, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, and disability is discussed throughout the course.

Prerequisite(s): Psychology majors only. Completion of PSY 250. Open to Juniors and Seniors.
Breadth Area: Holistic. Typically Offered Fall & Spring
Teaching Mode: Face-to-Face Grading: Graded