PS 325 - Health Psychology

Institution:

Quinnipiac University

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Description:

The application and contribution of psychological research and practice to the promotion and maintenance of health and the prevention and treatment of illness are explored. Topics covered include stress and illness, psychological aspects of pain, management of chronic and terminal illness, obesity, smoking and other addictive behaviors, sleep disturbances, personality factors in illness and patient-practitioner interaction. Prerequisite: one course from PS level 200; Every Year, Fall

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.quinnipiac.edu

Phone Number:

(203) 582-8200

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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