CPSY 805 - Adjustment, Stress and Coping

Course Description

This course will offer insight into stress, its consequences, and what individuals can do to cope. There is a balance of theory and applied information, and although we will concentrate on psychological variables, physiological issues are also considered. Among the topics discussed: popular models of stress, sources of stress, the influence of cognitions and personality on one's appraisal process, and strategies for successful stress management.

Requisites

Prerequisite: CPSY 105 or CPSY 102
Antirequisite: CPSY 707

Relevant Programs

Health Studies : Electives (select 5)
Mental Health and Addictions : Electives – Group B (select 3 or 4)
Psychology : Electives (select 4)