Covers the concepts, theory, and research within the field of health psychology. Topics may include: the impact of stress on disease, coping and social support, health communication and persuasion, and the role of psychology in the health care system.

Prerequisites: Open to Psychological & Brain Sciences, Biopsychology, and Interdisciplinary Studies majors only.

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Optional

Grading

1, 2, 3

Passtime

None

Level Limit

Letters and science

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GEs Area D
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SHERMAN D A
David Sherman
3.6
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PSY 159 Sherman D A Winter 2023 Total: 94
PSY 159 Sherman D A Winter 2022 Total: 142
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PSY159 . Sherman D A 3 Years Ago

It feels impossible to get an A in this class honestly. This class is based off 3 exams only and it is honestly pretty difficult to get an "A" even if you study. I genuinely love health psychology but his exams were too tricky. I would say skip this class overall. If he curved the course it would be nice but he does not. :/

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PSY159 . Sherman D A 3 Years Ago

Prof Sherman is a nice guy, I really enjoyed the class but his exams are no joke. They're pretty ridiculous but he's been really accomodating during the pandemic, which is really appreciated.

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PSY159 . Sherman D A 4 Years Ago

Nice guy but confusing exam questions. The class is not difficult but make sure to read the book and read the lectures to succeed as exams are 50/50 book and lecture. Exams are non cumulative and the class is generally very interesting!

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PSY154 . Sherman D A 5 Years Ago

clear and concise lecturer, the class is really not a lot of work. grade is based on 3 tests, very fair

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160DS . Sherman D A 5 Years Ago

This class was a special topics class and the midterm and final were a paper very similar to the one you have to write for PSY 10 A (design an intervention). Very nice teacher and overall chill class. Only stressful when writing papers but otherwise easy and interesting and socially relevant!

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PSY101 . Sherman D A 6 Years Ago

3 exams equally determine your grade (not cumulative). Exams are an even split between the book and his lectures, not too difficult if you study. This class requires a lot of time for the readings but its not a difficult A.

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