This course focuses on psychological theories and research related to the development, prevention and treatment of illness. Topics covered may include the effects of stress on health, coping with pain, the physician-patient relationship, patient non-compliance, and a variety of risky health behaviours such as substance abuse. Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hoursPrerequisite(s): PSY 121.3Note: Students who have taken PSY 360 cannot take PSY 260 for credit.
This course focuses on psychological theories and research related to the development, prevention and treatment of illness. Topics covered may include the effects of stress on health, coping with pain, the physician-patient relationship, patient non-compliance, and a variety of risky health behaviours such as substance abuse. Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hoursPrerequisite(s): PSY 121.3Note: Students who have taken PSY 360 cannot take PSY 260 for credit.
