Health Psychology

0.5 credits · Undergraduate

Examines current views on the interface between psychosocial processes and physical health, focusing on theory-based psychological research and the practice of health psychology. Topics include models of health and illness, research methods employed, the impact of chronic illness on psychological well-being, and lifestyle and risk factors in various medical disorders. Prerequisite: 8.0 university credits including PSYC 2018H and 2019H and 1.0 additional 2000-level PSYC credit; or 60% or higher in PSYC 1020H and 1030H, NURS 2031H, 4.0 additional NURS credits, and co-registration in NURS 3031H.