PSY 101 Lecture 1: Overview
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Gain factual knowledge (terminology, classifications, methods, scientific history) by surveying the field of health psychology. Learn fundamental principles and theories of health psychology. Analyse and critically evaluate ideas, arguments, and points of view. Apply course material to your life - to teach information that students can use to make their lives healthier. The social norm for drinking is higher than it actually is. Health psychology is the scientific contribution of psychology to: The identification of the causes of health, illness, and dysfunction. The analysis and improvement of the healthcare system. Audio recordings between oncologists and patients with cancer. I am not sure what there is to look forward to . Oncologists responded with continuers 22% of the time. Empathic response resulted in a higher likelihood of patients to want treatment, and higher satisfaction. Healthy psychology looks at the interplay between psychology and physical health: The effects of physical health on psychological functioning. The effects of psychological events on physical health.
