160.275 (16W) Introduction to health psychology
Overview
- Lecturer
- Tutor/Tutors
- Course title german Introduction to health psychology
- Type Lecture
- Hours per Week 2.0
- ECTS credits 4.0
- Registrations 207
- Organisational unit
- Language of instruction Englisch
- possible language(s) of the assessment English
- Course begins on 20.10.2016
- eLearning Go to Moodle course
- Seniorstudium Liberale Yes
Time and place
Course Information
Intended learning outcomes
Obtain a broad understanding of current biopsychosocial models and empirical findings in the area of health psychology.
Learn about the behavioral risk factors and psychosocial treatment approaches for common health problems.
Teaching methodology including the use of eLearning tools
Lectures with power point slides and discussion.
Course content
- The Health Psychology Profession
- Biopsychosocial Models and Psychoneuroimmunology
- Stress, Health and Coping
- Chronic Illnesses (e.g., Diabetes, Heart Disease)
- Pain
- Aging and Dementia
- Smoking, Alcohol Abuse, and Other Substance Abuse Problems
- Interventions with Families
- Health Promotion
Literature
Ogden, J. (2012). Health Psychology: A Textbook (5th ed.). Maidenhead, UK: Open University Press.
Sarafino, E. P, & Smith, T. M. (2014). Health Psychology: Biopsychosocial Interactions, 8th Edition. Wiley.
Additional literature will be listed on the course syllabus.
Intended learning outcomes
Obtain a broad understanding of current biopsychosocial models and empirical findings in the area of health psychology.
Learn about the behavioral risk factors and psychosocial treatment approaches for common health problems.
Teaching methodology including the use of eLearning tools
Lectures with power point slides and discussion.
Course content
- The Health Psychology Profession
- Biopsychosocial Models and Psychoneuroimmunology
- Stress, Health and Coping
- Chronic Illnesses (e.g., Diabetes, Heart Disease)
- Pain
- Aging and Dementia
- Smoking, Alcohol Abuse, and Other Substance Abuse Problems
- Interventions with Families
- Health Promotion
Literature
Ogden, J. (2012). Health Psychology: A Textbook (5th ed.). Maidenhead, UK: Open University Press.
Sarafino, E. P, & Smith, T. M. (2014). Health Psychology: Biopsychosocial Interactions, 8th Edition. Wiley.
Additional literature will be listed on the course syllabus.
Examination information
Examination methodology
Multiple-choice and short answer.
Examination topic(s)
The exam will be based on the lecture and the assigned readings.
Grading scheme
Grade / Grade grading schemePosition in the curriculum
- Bachelor's degree programme Educational Science
(SKZ: 645, Version: 13W.2)
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Subject: Psychologische Grundlagen der Erziehungs- und Bildungswissenschaft
(Compulsory elective)
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Gesundheitspsychologie (
0.0h VO/PS/KU/SE/VP/VK/VS / 12.0 ECTS)
- 160.275 Introduction to health psychology (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
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Gesundheitspsychologie (
0.0h VO/PS/KU/SE/VP/VK/VS / 12.0 ECTS)
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Subject: Psychologische Grundlagen der Erziehungs- und Bildungswissenschaft
(Compulsory elective)
- Bachelor's degree programme Educational Science
(SKZ: 645, Version: 08W.3)
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Subject: Psychologische Grundlagen der Erziehungs- und Bildungswissenschaft (WF 4)
(Compulsory elective)
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LV aus Gesundheitspsychologie (
2.0h XX / 4.0 ECTS)
- 160.275 Introduction to health psychology (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
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LV aus Gesundheitspsychologie (
2.0h XX / 4.0 ECTS)
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Subject: Psychologische Grundlagen der Erziehungs- und Bildungswissenschaft (WF 4)
(Compulsory elective)
- Bachelor's degree programme Psychology
(SKZ: 640, Version: 11W.5)
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Subject: Gesundheitspsychologie
(Compulsory elective)
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WF 11.1 Gesundheitspsychologie (inkl. Prävention) (
0.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
- 160.275 Introduction to health psychology (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS) Absolvierung im 3., 4., 5., 6. Semester empfohlen
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WF 11.1 Gesundheitspsychologie (inkl. Prävention) (
0.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
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Subject: Gesundheitspsychologie
(Compulsory elective)
- Diploma programme Psychology
(SKZ: 298, Version: 04W.4)
qualification required
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Stage two
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Subject: Anwendungsfach: Gesundheit
(Compulsory subject)
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Gesundheitspsychologie (
2.0h VO / 3.0 ECTS)
- 160.275 Introduction to health psychology (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
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Gesundheitspsychologie (
2.0h VO / 3.0 ECTS)
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Subject: Anwendungsfach: Gesundheit
(Compulsory subject)
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Stage two
Equivalent courses for counting the examination attempts
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Wintersemester 2024/25
- 160.275 VO Introduction to health psychology (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
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Wintersemester 2023/24
- 160.275 VO Introduction to health psychology (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
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Wintersemester 2022/23
- 160.275 VO Introduction to health psychology (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
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Wintersemester 2021/22
- 160.275 VO Introduction to health psychology (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
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Wintersemester 2020/21
- 160.275 VO Introduction to health psychology (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
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Wintersemester 2019/20
- 160.275 VO Introduction to health psychology (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
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Wintersemester 2018/19
- 160.275 VO Introduction to health psychology (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
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Wintersemester 2017/18
- 160.275 VO Introduction to health psychology (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
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Wintersemester 2015/16
- 160.275 VO Einführung in die Gesundheitspsychologie (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
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Wintersemester 2014/15
- 160.275 VO Einführung in die Gesundheitspsychologie (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
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Wintersemester 2013/14
- 160.275 VO Einführung in die Gesundheitspsychologie (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
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Wintersemester 2012/13
- 160.275 VO Einführung in die Gesundheitspsychologie (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
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Wintersemester 2011/12
- 160.275 VO Einführung in die Gesundheitspsychologie (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
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Wintersemester 2010/11
- 160.275 VP Einführung in die Gesundheitspsychologie (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
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Wintersemester 2009/10
- 160.275 VP Einführung in die Gesundheitspsychologie (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
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Wintersemester 2008/09
- 160.275 VO Einführung in die Gesundheitspsychologie (2.0h / 3.0ECTS)