PSY 218 - Health Psychology

3 Credits, 3 Contact Hours (3 lec.)

Overview of health psychology in relationship to cultural diversity in the United States, and awareness of the universal aspect of humanity. Includes mind-body relationships, behavior risk factors, and psychosocial aspects of specific disorders. Also includes health psychology, social, economic, and political dimensions of relationships between and among ethnic and gender groups.

Recommendation: Completion of PSY 100A or PSY 100B or PSY 101 before enrolling in this course. REA 091 with a C or better (or assessment into REA 112). If any recommended course is taken, see a financial aid or Veteran’s Affairs advisor to determine funding eligibility as appropriate.
Gen-Ed: Meets AGEC - SBS; Meets CTE - SBS.