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Psychology
PSY-825 Health Psychology
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This course provides an introduction to the interaction of psychological and biological factors in health and illness, and the effects of psychological interventions on high- and low-risk lifestyles and medical outcomes. Students become familiar with theories of psychobiological interactions, biological systems believed to be affected by this interaction, and assessment and intervention techniques used to alter health outcomes of these interactions. Specific diseases such as cancer, heart disease, and asthma are addressed, as are treatment compliance and the role of the psychologist in the medical setting.
PSY 754
Program: Psychology
Credit: 3
PSY-899
Independent Study
Independent studies enable advanced study of a topic,…
Credits 1-3
PSY-900
Dissertation Research
This course provides credit for individual student research…
PSY-985
Advanced Clinical Psychology…
Generally taken in the fourth year or beyond,…
PSY-986
PSY-987
PSY-990
APPIC Application Preparation…
The primary focus of this course is on…
Credits 3