Health Psychology & Promotion

Catalog description

The leading causes of death globally are chronic illnesses linked to lifestyle, and viral infections that differentialy impact marginalized groups and those with chroni illness. This course provides an overview of health issues as they relate to psychology, examining effects that are biological, developmental, social and cultural. Health disparities, global health challenges, and the powerful negative effects of systemic oppression and adverse childhood experiences on health outcomes are explored. The course introduces interventions for health and wellness promotion, increasing motivation for health behavior change, and coping with chornic illness and pain.