Students will review basic research findings and theory on the relation between psychological factors (including behaviour, emotion, cognitive, personality, and interpersonal relationships) and health. Topics include health-related behaviours such as smoking and drug use, the effects of stressful events on health, methods of coping with stress, the impact of chronic illness on the family, and social support systems. Prerequisites: PSYC 1110 or PSYC 1111 and PSYC 1210 or PSYC 1211 and completion of 45 credits or instructor's written consent.
Students will review basic research findings and theory on the relation between psychological factors (including behaviour, emotion, cognitive, personality, and interpersonal relationships) and health. Topics include health-related behaviours such as smoking and drug use, the effects of stressful events on health, methods of coping with stress, the impact of chronic illness on the family, and social support systems. Prerequisites: PSYC 1110 or PSYC 1111 and PSYC 1210 or PSYC 1211 and completion of 45 credits or instructor's written consent.
