PSY 3650 - Health Psychology

Institution:

Southern Utah University

Subject:

Psychology

Description:

This course investigates the biopsychosocial factors which contribute to health and illness. Issues within the fields of medical psychology and behavioral medicine are discussed. Topics may include health and illness behaviors, stress, pain, seeking and adhering to medical advice, nutrition, emerging health trends, chronic illness, and behaviors associated with specific types of illness and disease. Opportunities for personal application will be included. (Fall [As Needed], Spring [As Needed], Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): PSY 1010 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C- Registration Restriction(s): None

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

PSY 1010

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.suu.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 586-7700

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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