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01 Introduction to Health Psychology 3 topics
1 Historical Development of Health Psychology
- Early influences and medical models
- Biopsychosocial model emergence
- Contemporary approaches
2 Scope and Definition of Health Psychology
- Distinguishing from clinical and medical psychology
- Interdisciplinary connections
- Professional roles in health psychology
3 Research Methods in Health Psychology
- Quantitative approaches
- Qualitative methods
- Mixed methods designs
- Ethical considerations in health research
02 Theoretical Foundations 5 topics
1 Biopsychosocial Model
- Biological factors
- Psychological influences
- Social determinants
- Integration of multiple systems
2 Health Belief Model
- Perceived susceptibility and severity
- Perceived benefits and barriers
- Cues to action
- Self-efficacy
3 Theory of Planned Behavior
- Attitudes toward behavior
- Subjective norms
- Perceived behavioral control
- Behavioral intentions
4 Transtheoretical Model (Stages of Change)
- Precontemplation
- Contemplation
- Preparation
- Action
- Maintenance
- Relapse prevention
5 Social Cognitive Theory
- Observational learning
- Self-efficacy
- Outcome expectations
- Self-regulation
03 Stress, Coping, and Health 5 topics
1 Stress Physiology
- Nervous system responses
- Endocrine system activation
- Immune system effects
- Allostatic load concept
2 Psychological Models of Stress
- Transactional model (Lazarus & Folkman)
- Conservation of resources theory
- Job demands-resources model
- Life events approach
3 Coping Mechanisms
- Problem-focused coping
- Emotion-focused coping
- Meaning-focused coping
- Proactive coping
4 Stress Management Interventions
- Cognitive-behavioral approaches
- Mindfulness-based interventions
- Relaxation techniques
- Social support enhancement
5 Psychoneuroimmunology
- Stress and immune function
- Inflammation and health
- Psychological interventions and immune outcomes
- Mind-body connections
04 Health Behaviors and Behavior Change 5 topics
1 Models of Health Behavior
- Reasoned action and planned behavior
- Health action process approach
- COM-B model and behavior change wheel
- PRIME theory of motivation
2 Nutrition and Eating Behaviors
- Determinants of food choice
- Disordered eating patterns
- Cultural influences on diet
- Interventions for healthy eating
3 Physical Activity
- Determinants of exercise behavior
- Barriers to physical activity
- Exercise psychology
- Interventions for activity promotion
4 Sleep Health
- Sleep physiology and psychology
- Sleep disorders and health impacts
- Behavioral interventions for sleep
- Technology and sleep behavior
5 Substance Use Behaviors
- Alcohol use and misuse
- Tobacco and nicotine addiction
- Illicit drug use patterns
- Evidence-based interventions
05 Chronic Disease Management 5 topics
1 Psychological Aspects of Cardiovascular Disease
- Risk factors and prevention
- Psychological impacts of diagnosis
- Behavioral interventions
- Cardiac rehabilitation psychology
2 Cancer Psychology
- Psychosocial factors in cancer development
- Coping with diagnosis and treatment
- Survivorship issues
- End-of-life care
3 Diabetes Management
- Psychological factors in diabetes control
- Self-management support
- Diabetes distress and depression
- Family and social context
4 Chronic Pain
- Pain perception and mechanisms
- Psychological assessment of pain
- Cognitive-behavioral pain management
- Mindfulness approaches for pain
5 Respiratory Disorders
- Psychological aspects of asthma
- COPD management
- Breathlessness and anxiety
- Pulmonary rehabilitation
06 Patient-Provider Communication 4 topics
1 Health Communication Models
- Patient-centered communication
- Shared decision-making
- Health literacy considerations
- Cultural competence
2 Adherence and Compliance
- Determinants of medication adherence
- Treatment engagement
- Intervention strategies
- Technology-assisted adherence
3 Medical Decision Making
- Patient decision processes
- Provider decision processes
- Risk communication
- Decision aids and tools
4 Breaking Bad News
- Protocols and approaches
- Emotional responses
- Cultural considerations
- Support strategies
07 Pain and Symptom Management 4 topics
1 Pain Psychology
- Gate control theory
- Neuromatrix theory
- Psychological factors in pain perception
- Assessment approaches
2 Psychological Pain Management
- Cognitive-behavioral therapy for pain
- Acceptance and commitment therapy
- Hypnosis and guided imagery
- Biofeedback approaches
3 Common Symptoms and Syndromes
- Fatigue management
- Sleep disturbances
- Gastrointestinal symptoms
- Medically unexplained symptoms
4 Comorbid Psychological Conditions
- Depression and chronic illness
- Anxiety disorders in medical patients
- PTSD following medical trauma
- Somatization processes
08 Health Across the Lifespan 4 topics
1 Child and Adolescent Health Psychology
- Developmental considerations
- Pediatric health promotion
- Chronic illness in childhood
- Family-based interventions
2 Women's Health
- Reproductive health psychology
- Pregnancy and postpartum issues
- Menopause
- Gender-specific health concerns
3 Men's Health
- Help-seeking behaviors
- Masculinity and health
- Male-specific health issues
- Intervention strategies
4 Aging and Health
- Psychological aspects of aging
- Cognitive health
- End-of-life issues
- Caregiver support
09 Health Disparities and Cultural Factors 4 topics
1 Social Determinants of Health
- Socioeconomic status
- Education and literacy
- Environmental factors
- Access to resources
2 Cultural Health Psychology
- Cultural beliefs about health and illness
- Traditional healing practices
- Acculturation and health
- Culturally adapted interventions
3 Health Disparities
- Racial and ethnic disparities
- Rural health issues
- LGBTQ+ health concerns
- Disability and health
4 Global Health Psychology
- Cross-cultural considerations
- International health promotion
- Health in developing nations
- Global mental health
10 Health Care Systems and Policy 4 topics
1 Health Care Delivery Systems
- Organization of health services
- Integrated care models
- Team-based approaches
- Patient navigation
2 Health Policy and Psychology
- Psychological aspects of policy development
- Behavior change at the policy level
- Health impact assessment
- Advocacy roles for health psychologists
3 Economic Aspects of Health Behavior
- Behavioral economics in health
- Incentive programs
- Cost-effectiveness of psychological interventions
- Resource allocation
4 Technology and Health Care
- Digital health interventions
- Telehealth
- Mobile health applications
- Artificial intelligence in health psychology
11 Public Health and Prevention 4 topics
1 Primary Prevention
- Health promotion strategies
- Community-based approaches
- Health education
- Environmental interventions
2 Secondary Prevention
- Screening behavior
- Early intervention approaches
- Risk reduction
- Targeted prevention
3 Population Health Approaches
- Social ecological models
- Community psychology
- Systems thinking
- Collective impact strategies
4 Health Risk Communication
- Risk perception
- Message framing
- Media campaigns
- Digital communication strategies
12 Professional Issues in Health Psychology 4 topics
1 Ethical Considerations
- Informed consent
- Confidentiality in medical settings
- End-of-life decisions
- Resource allocation ethics
2 Training and Competencies
- Education pathways
- Core competencies
- Supervision models
- Continuing education
3 Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Working in medical teams
- Integrated care approaches
- Interprofessional education
- Communication across disciplines
4 Future Directions
- Emerging research areas
- Technological innovations
- Policy development
- Global health psychology initiatives
13 Research Methods and Assessment 4 topics
1 Assessment in Health Psychology
- Clinical interviews
- Standardized measures
- Ecological momentary assessment
- Physiological monitoring
2 Research Designs
- Experimental methods
- Observational studies
- Longitudinal approaches
- Case studies
3 Data Analysis Approaches
- Statistical methods in health research
- Multilevel modeling
- Structural equation modeling
- Qualitative analysis techniques
4 Knowledge Translation
- From research to practice
- Implementation science
- Dissemination strategies
- Measuring impact
14 Special Topics in Health Psychology 4 topics
1 Environmental Health Psychology
- Climate change and mental health
- Built environment
- Nature and wellbeing
- Disaster psychology
2 Occupational Health Psychology
- Workplace wellness
- Job stress interventions
- Work-life balance
- Organizational health
3 Digital Health Psychology
- Online interventions
- Wearable technology
- Virtual reality applications
- Social media and health
4 Positive Health Psychology
- Resilience promotion
- Well-being interventions
- Post-traumatic growth
- Flourishing and health
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