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BEHV 1014 Psychology and Health

BEHV 1014  Psychology and Health  (10 Credit Points)  
Subject Details  Legacy Code: 101614  

This subject provides an introduction to the psychology of health, mental health, and health-related behaviour, as relevant to health science professions. Students will be introduced to the principles and applications of psychology and health behaviour, using a biopsychosocial framework. This will be followed by an examination of the psychological aspects of injury and illness and an introduction to psychological interventions related to health concerns. Emphasis is upon understanding health status and mental illness in light of relevant theory and research.

Level: Undergraduate Level 1 subject  
Equivalent Subjects: BEHV 1006 - Introduction to the Psychology of Health BEHV 1015 - Psychology and Health (WSTC)  
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