EXSC 410
Stress Management
Exercise Sciences
College of Life Sciences
Course Description
Teaches students the basic principles, theories, and relaxation techniques to effectively manage personal stress. Students gain a greater understanding of the mind-body relationship, learn to employ a holistic approach to stress, and adopt effective cognitive, coping, and relaxation techniques. Ultimately, students experience a more effective approach to optimal lifelong health.
When Taught
Fall and Winter
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Note
Also offered by BYU Independent Study; enroll anytime throughout year; one year to complete; additional tuition required; register at is.byu.edu.
Title
Relaxation Techniques
Learning Outcome
Understand the principles behind the various relaxation techniques and be able to apply these techniques to managing stress.
Title
Strategies
Learning Outcome
Be able to develop strategies to reduce daily stressors.
Title
Physiological Mechanisms
Learning Outcome
Master the basic understanding of the physiological mechanisms responsible for the fight-or-flight response and subsequent manifestations of various symptoms of target organ dysfunctions. Be able to apply this understanding to stress management and disease prevention.
Title
Mind, Body, and Spirit
Learning Outcome
Understand and discuss the holistic nature (mind-body-spirit) of stress management and comprehend the mind-body connection of the stress and disease process.
Title
Recognizing Potential Stressors
Learning Outcome
Be able to recognize potential stressors and develop strategies to prevent (or reduce the magnitude of) these stressors from eliciting a stress response.
