PSY 558 - Theories of Social Psychology: Health Applications

This course provides an overview of the ways in which social psychological theories and perspectives can be used to understand thoughts and behavior relevant to health and illness. It covers social influence, social comparison, pluralistic ignorance, social support, cognitive dissonance, message framing, and fear communication. The course also covers links between personality characteristics and health and how broader social and cultural environment affects health and illness.

3 credits

Grading Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

Offered Fall or Spring alternate years