FYSM 1508 A and B – Stress, Coping and Well-Being
Offered by Psychology. Does not count as a major requirement.
In this course, we will be exploring the adaptive nature of human beings in a changing environment. In every stage of our lives, we are faced with change. How we adapt to these different situations has a vital effect on our sense of well-being, satisfaction with life and happiness. We will review psychological theory and research on these issues with particular interest on the roles played by personality, stress, and environmental factors.
Extensive reading, thinking and class discussion are the requirements of this course. The evaluation will be based on participation, assignments, presentations and papers.
Prerequisite(s): normally restricted to students entering the first year of a B.A., B.Cog.Sc., B.G.In.S. or B.CoMS program.
Seminar three hours a week.