The primary objective of this course is to explore the integration of behavioral science with the practice of medicine. Topics include: models of health behavior change, assessment and prevention of health risk behaviors, psychological/behavioral treatment of specific disease states, and role of the patient-physician relationship. Students will examine and critically evaluate theories and research pertaining to the most common types of clinical interventions employed by professional health psychologists in medical settings, such as behavior modification, cognitive-behavioral therapy, biofeedback, hypnosis, and other stress-reduction techniques. Throughout the course, students will also consider current trends, multicultural perspectives, and controversial issues in the rapidly developing field of behavioral medicine. Format: lecture/discussion. Requirements: midterm exam, weekly reaction papers to assigned readings, and an empirical project or research paper. Prerequisites: Psychology 201 and Psychology 252 or Psychology 262 or permission of instructor. Enrollment limit: 21 (expected: 21). Empirical Project

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