The Psychology of Pandemics

3 credits

Psychological factors play a key role in pandemics, from influencing adherence to public health measures that are vital in mitigating viral spread to the way in which people cope with the threat of pandemic infection and related sequalea to increases in stigmatization and xenophobia. This course will provide an in depth overview of the history of pandemics, the current evidence regarding the role of psychological factors in pandemics, and implications for preparedness for future pandemics. ***Prerequisite: PSYC 204*** *Note: This course will initially be restricted to PSYC majors. Non-majors will be eligible to register at a later point if space remains.*