BEHL 341 Medical Psychology

This course will cover how health and the human behavior/mind are interrelated with emphasis on mind-body connection. Research around the prevention, comprehension, and treatment of medical issues will be examined from the perspective of the biopsychosocial model.

Credits

3

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Identify the interplay of biopsychosocial factors in the study of health issues including mechanisms and pathways in disease processes such as the initiation, promotion, and management of disease.
2. Summarize the theory and research of the field by reviewing fundamental and recent contributions to the science.
3. Critique and synthesize research on the factors involved in causing, maintaining, contributing to, preventing, and treating a specific health issue.
4. Examine one's own health history and create a plan with the goal of healthy living.
5. Recognize the signs and symptoms of mental illness, and other forms of psychological and behavioral abnormalities.