2017-2018 Health Psychology

1 1 SUMMER Session 1 2017 - 2018 Health Psychology Category: Psychology Code: IS248 Level: 4 Credits: 15 Contact details: TUTOR TO BE CONFIRMED. In the meantime, if you have any questions about the syllabus please contact Dr Dave Smalley: Outline The module covers the history and scope of Health Psychology from the subject origin through to the use of present day telemedicine, such as on-line self-diagnostics, support groups and virtual clinics. A range of theories and methodologies used within the discipline are considered, with specific topics being psycho-immunology, stress, anger, anxiety, depression, optimism and coping. The module also considers how broader social factors, such as social economic status and social support, can impact on Health .

2 Both individual therapeutic interventions and wider Health promotion campaigns are reviewed. The module aims to equip students with knowledge, understanding and skills to recognise the role that Health Psychology can play for individuals and societies wellbeing. The importance of experiential learning and reflection is recognised, with critical thinking skills enhanced through a variety of learning opportunities from group work and debates to individual presentations. Lectures, seminars and e-learning are included to accommodate and encourage a range of learning preferences and styles. Learning Outcomes 1. Draw upon a published study to inform a hypothetical study design. 2.

3 Demonstrate prepared reading and communication skills, regarding potential interactive pathways for a psychological state on physiological Health . 3. Reflect upon the wider process affecting Health , both in terms of own and others experiences. 4. Describe the potential impact of an intervention on subsequent Health Teaching Pattern Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Seminar 4 x 2hrs 4 x 2hrs 4 x 2hrs 4 x 2hrs Lecture 1 x 1hrs 1 x 1hrs 1 x 1hrs 1 x 1hrs Tutorial 1 x 30mins 1 x 30mins 2 SUMMER Session 1 Module Outline and Constructive Alignment Wk Topic Teaching and Learning Activity Assessment Learning Outcomes Mode of Feedback 1 Introduction to Health Psychology (Subject scope & application, Stress & interaction models, Health behaviours & models.)

4 Essay and presentation skills). Lecture, tutor led presentations regarding target topics, as well as essay and oral presentation skills, seminar discussion, self-directed learning and opportunities for individual and group sharing IT skills. **Evidence retrieval & interpretation skills **small group spontaneous oral presentations Draw upon a published study to inform a hypothetical study design Immediate oral to group. Group via internet 2 Personality & Health (Optimism, Anxiety, Depression & Anger) Lecture, seminar, discussions and debate, small group work, self-directed learning, spontaneous group presentations and summative individual oral presentations. *Oral Presentation (20%) Demonstrate prepared reading and communication skills, regarding potential interactive pathways for a psychological state on physiological Health .

5 Immediate Individual oral feedback and subsequent written feedback 3 Social Factors & Health (Social Economic Status, Social Support & Coping) Lecture, tutor led presentations regarding target topics and journal writing, seminar discussion, small group work, self-directed learning. *Learning Journal (1,000 words) (30%) Reflect upon the wider process affecting Health , both in terms of own and others experiences. Individual oral and written feedback 4 Interventions & Applied Health Psychology ( Health promotion, Therapeutics, Dr-Pt communication, On-line and virtual clinics) Lecture, tutor led presentations, seminar discussion, small group work and self-directed learning. **Writing skills (planning, writing, referencing) *Essay (2, 000) (40%) *Tutor assessment (10%) Describe the potential impact of an intervention on subsequent Health Immediate oral to group.

6 Individual oral and written feedback Witten feedback 3 SUMMER Session 1 Attendance policy, class etiquette, academic integrity Students are expected to attend and engage fully in all lectures and seminars. In order to do so, they will need to have completed the essential reading before each session. Engagement in the seminars activities is assessed by means of an observation report completed by the tutor at the end of the module. In order to achieve a good observation report grade, students need to arrive on time, regularly make positive contributions in the workshops, and respect the opinions of their classmates. Consistent with all teaching at the University of Sussex, strict adherence to the principles of academic integrity is expected and suspected plagiarism will be dealt with by our academic misconduct panel.

7 Prerequisites There are no strict prerequisites for this module but it is strongly recommended that students have successfully completed at least one previous module in any area of Psychology (preferably applied). 4 SUMMER Session 1 Reading Core text (essential reading) Students will be expected to read the relevant chapters of the core text in preparation for each session. Ogden, J. (2012) Health Psychology . London. UK. Open University Press. Additional reading Armatige C. J. (2009) Can the Theory of Planned Behaviour predict the maintenance of physical activity? Health Psychology . 24 3 235-245 Ayers, S., de Visser, (2011) Psychology for Medicine. London. Sage Publications.

8 Churchill, S., Jessop, D. C. (2011) Reflective and non-reflective antecedents of non-reflective behaviour: exploring the relative contributions of impulsivity and implicit self-control to the prediction of dietary behaviour. British Journal of Health Psychology . 16 257-272 Gollwitzer, P. M. Sheeran, P. (2006) Implementation intentions & goal achievement: a meta-analysis of effects and processes. Advances in Experimental Social Psychology . 38 69-119 Horne, R., Weinman, J. (2002) Self regulation and self management in asthma: exploring the role of illness perceptions and treatment beliefs in explaining non adherence to preventer medicine. Psychology and Health 17 17-72 Kaplan, R.

9 M. (1990) Behaviour as the central outcome in Health care. American Psychologist. 45 1211-1220 Matthews, K. A., Gallo, L. C. (2011) Psychological perspectives on pathways linking socioeconomic status and Health . Annual Review of Psychology . 62 501-530 Willmott, L. A., Harris, P., Gellaitry, G., Cooper, V., Horne, R. (2011) The effects of expressive writing following first myocardial infarction; a randomised controlled trial. Health Psychology . 30 5 642-650 University Library The Library, University of Sussex, Brighton BN1 9QL Phone: 01273 678163