| Course Code | Name | Course Description |
| PSY8300 | Health Psychology | This doctoral-level course examines how biological, psychological, and social factors interact with and affect:
1. The efforts people make in promoting good health and preventing illness.
2. The treatment of people by medical professionals and responses to treatment.
3. Coping with stress and pain.
4. The recovery, rehabilitation, and psychosocial adjustment of patients with serious health problems.
5. Personality factors in health.
6. Role of stress on immunity. |
| PSY8111 | Clinical Survey of Substance Abuse and Dependence | Focus on the dynamics of substance abuse and dependence including drugs, alcohol, and marijuana. The impact of substance abuse and dependence on individuals, families, and society is studied. The physiological and psychological processes of dependence will be explored. |
| PSY8128 | Stress and Coping | This doctoral-level course provides a comprehensive overview of the theoretical foundations and empirical research on the psychological, physiological, and environmental nature of stress. The impact of acute and chronic stress is examined and emphasis is given to various approaches to stress management.
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| PSY8303 | Eating Disorders and Obesity | This course surveys topics related to eating disorders and obesity, including etiology, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Specific focus is given to the dispositional, social, and cultural factors associated with the development and maintenance of disordered eating patterns. Implications for psychological and physical health are examined.
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| PSY8304 | Complementary and Alternative Medicine | This course takes an evaluative look at complementary and alternative methods (CAM) aimed at promoting health and wellness. Evidence based practice in the application of complementary and alternative methods to health will be explored, as will the increasing use of CAMs in traditional medicine, and their comparative importance among diverse groups. |
| PSY8305 | Consultation and Interventions in Health Care Settings | Consulting in health settings requires an array of personal skills, knowledge and information, and techniques. In this course the student learns practical skills for consulting. The student also becomes familiar with typical programs offered by consultants in health care settings. |
