Psychology 2036A/B Chapter Notes - Chapter 1: American Psychological Association, Multiple Sclerosis, Health Policy

• School: Western University
• Department: Psychology
• Course: Psychology 2036A/B
• Professor: Eric Collins

Document Summary

Objectives: ancient cultures, mind-body connection, health policy in three civilizations, religious beliefs about health and illness, identify the four domains of health as defined by the american psychological. Association division of health psychology: identify and describe four current models of health. Coaches his sister"s little league softball team. Diagnosed with ms (16 years) after numerous episodes of fatigue, blurred vision, and weakness in his arms and fingers. Some people may experience mental and emotional problems, including mood swings or depression. Does not let his condition stop him from participating in the activities he enjoy. Maintains his sense of humour about his illness. Subjective : based ont he person, where they live, treatments, time and place the disorder is being experienced, etc. Not everyone would agree with winston"s belief about his health. Some people people having a disease by definition is inconsistent with being in excellent health.