HHE5512 Physiology and Psychology of Stress

Course Description

Does stress cause illness and disease? Why can we both worry ourselves sick and also exercise our cares away? What roles do stress reactivity and the ability to shift perception play in our ability to build both physical and psychological resiliency? These are a few of the questions we explore as we examine the nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, digestive and immune systems and the impact of stress on these systems. As the speed of life increases, the need for a holistic approach to stress management becomes greater. As a class, we put together a holistic stress management program that can be used in many health education settings.

Prerequisite

SCI3110, HHE5120

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