Foundational Topics in Health Behavior

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Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours. Principles of health behavior; examination of theories and basic processes; focus on individuals as dynamic, behavioral, complex systems, functioning through continual interactions; emphasis on behavioral-social science frameworks and methodologies for designing, implementing, and evaluating interventions, and in disseminating and translating findings for diverse communities to improve health and prevent disease; focus on how these principles are applicable for interests and careers in the field of Public Health. Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Master of Public Health Program.