Integrative Health Care/Behavioral Medicine II: Pediatric Psychology

Catalog description

This course provides an overview of theory, research, and professional practice in pediatric psychology. The course reviews medical and behavioral aspects of the most common chronic pediatric illnesses, theories explaining the etiology and maintenance of behavioral aspects of pediatric illness, and considerations for psychological assessment and intervention in areas such as adherence to medical interventions, emotional difficulties related to chronic illness and coping with medical procedures. Course content also includes discussion about the evolving role of psychologists in pediatric settings.