In the broadest sense, health psychology is the organized and systematic effort to apply the knowledge and skills of the behavioral sciences to human health and illness. This course emphasizes a biopsychosocial-spiritual-cultural approach to health. We will review a variety of topics, including: lifestyle changes; coping with chronic pain; addressing health anxiety; chronic health conditions; health disparities; and healthcare systems. Students will explore the reciprocal relationship between psychological and medical health. This course is cross-listed as CSIH 4050. (3 credits) 3 credit(s)

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