PY 321 - Health Psychology

Institution:

Juniata College

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Description:

(Spring; Yearly; 3.00 Credits; S,CW) Course will examine empirical findings from disciplines of psychology, medicine, and public health. Course topics include research methods, stress and social support, health behavior and primary prevention, management of chronic/terminal illnesses, gender and cultural issues in health, and psychoneuroimmunology. An underlying theme will be to dispel health-related myths and fads that are so prevalent in the popular media. Prerequisites: PY101.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.juniata.edu

Phone Number:

(814) 641-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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