PSYC 2580 - Health Psychology

Institution:

University of North Texas System

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Description:

3 hours. Examines psychological, physiological, social and behavioral factors as they influence and are influenced by physical health. Health psychology is concerned with the acquisition and maintenance of health through behavior change strategies, the prevention and/or treatment of illnesses, the role of psychosocial and stress factors in the development of physical illness, and the formulation of health care policy. Satisfies a portion of the Understanding the Human Community requirement of the University Core Curriculum.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

untsystem.unt.edu/

Phone Number:

(214) 752-8585

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

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