HES 3400 - Stress:Physiology,Pathology and Treatment

Institution:

Metropolitan State University of Denver

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Description:

3 (3 +0) Prerequisite: BIO 1080 and BIO 1090 Prerequisite/Corequisite: BIO 2310 This course provides an in-depth study of the body's response to acute and chronic stress. Students learn how the stress response causes the release of various hormones, innervates nerve pathways, and how higher brain functions can trigger, amplify, or halt this system. The course then focuses on the effects of severe trauma or chronic stress on body systems and many behaviors such as eating and substance abuse. Students examine psychological and physical strategies for avoiding stress overload.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.msudenver.edu/

Phone Number:

(303) 556-3058

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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