PSY 365 Health Psychology
(3-0-3) This course will provide an overview of the field of health psychology, examining how psychological theories and research are applied to enhance health and well-being and to prevent and treat illness. We will discuss the behavioral, emotional, social, and cognitive influences on physical health (and to a lesser extent, mental health). Among other topics, we will examine stress, coping, risk behavior, pain, chronic illness, and the use of health services.