PSYC 9310 - Intro to Health Psychology

3 hrs

Introduction to the psychologist role in primary health care settings. Strategies for assisting clients with medical problems. Physiological and psychological factors influencing disease and disorders; health psychological assessment and intervention strategies applicable to individuals and groups, environmental factors, marketplace, factors and interpersonal factors. Selected medical diseases and syndromes; psychological segues and intervention, and prevention.
Prerequisite: Doctoral level or consent of instructor.