LOT 663 - Foundations of Health Psychology

Institution:

Chatham University

Subject:

Description:

This course will provide students with an advanced view of the psychological processes that influence physical health, examine current cultural attitudes and beliefs about health and illness, and introduce students to health care evaluation methods. Students delve into the mind-body connection in some depth, drawing on current medical and philosophical perspectives. This course will also introduce students to the current health care system (i.e. managed care) and its relative impact on "consumers." Alternative healing methods will also be discussed. While discussing stress, and the embodiment of pshychological processes, students will also talk about professional burnout and ways to combat it. Cross-listed as PSY 663.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

LOT663

Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.chatham.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 365-1100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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