PSYCH 382

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Stress Psychobiology

Psychology College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Course Description

Behavioral neurobiology of stress.

When Taught

Fall

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3

Fixed/Max

3

Fixed

3

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0

Note

Contains content featured in the Graduate Record Examination (GRE).

Title

1. Stress, physiology, and physical health outcomes

Learning Outcome

Students will describe how stress affects physiology and physical health outcomes. Measurement: Multiple choice exams, quizzes.

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2. Analysis of a health condition in the context of stress

Learning Outcome

Students will integrate their knowledge of stress and health by analyzing a health condition in the context of stress. Measurement: APA style paper.

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3. Experimentation with stress management techniques

Learning Outcome

Students will experiment with stress management techniques and assess their effectiveness using a stress management journal. Measurement: Journal entries, critique of experience.