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This is the complete lecture note for EHS 208 HEALTH PSYCOLOGY & SOCIOLOGY. You can read it online below, open it in the full viewer, or download the PDF for offline study. It pairs with the course's video lectures, so you can read and watch together.
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LA-NET | ONLINE LEARNING VIDEO PLATFORM FOR POST-SECONDARY & HIGHER INSTITUTION STUDENTS COURSE CODE :EHS 208 COURSE TITLE: Health Psychology and Sociology COURSE UNITS LOAD: (2 Units C: LH 30) SERIES LIST 1. Series 1: Foundations of Health Psychology, Sociology, and Anthropology 2. Series 2: Biological Basis of Human Behaviour and Development 3. Series 3: Culture, Communication, Indigenous Knowledge, and Health Practices 4. Series 4: Psychological Disorders, Illness Behaviour, and Substance Use 5. Series 5: Social Determinants of Health, Inequalities, and Health Service Utilisation Series 1 Outline Part 1.1 Introduction to Health Psychology, Sociology, and Anthropology • Definitions and scope of health psychology, health sociology, and anthropology • Interrelationships among the three disciplines in health contexts Part 1.2 Biological Basis for Human Behaviour • Sensation and perception • Motivation and emotion Part 1.3 Human Development, Learning, and Practices • Stages of human development • Learning processes and behavioural practices Part 1.4 Culture, Communication, and Indigenous Health Practices • Role of culture in shaping health behaviour • Communication and human relationships in public participation • Importance of indigenous knowledge, beliefs, and health practices Introduction – Series 1: Foundations of Health Psychology, Sociology, and Anthropology Background Health psychology, sociology, and anthropology are three interconnected disciplines that help us understand the complex relationship between human behaviour, society, and health. Health psychology focuses on how psychological factors influence
LA-NET | ONLINE LEARNING VIDEO PLATFORM FOR POST-SECONDARY & HIGHER INSTITUTION STUDENTS health and illness. Health sociology examines how social structures, institutions, and relationships affect health outcomes. Health anthropology explores cultural beliefs, practices, and traditions that shape health behaviours. Together, these fields provide a holistic view of health, recognising that biological, psychological, social, and cultural dimensions all play a role. Aim The aim of this Series is to introduce learners to the foundational concepts of health psychology, sociology, and anthropology. It will highlight the biological basis of human behaviour, human development and learning, and the role of culture, communication, and indigenous knowledge in shaping health practices. Sequential synopsis • Part 1.1 defines and explains the scope of health psychology, sociology, and anthropology, and shows how they interrelate in health contexts. • Part 1.2 explores the biological basis of human behaviour, focusing on sensation, perception, motivation, and emotion. • Part 1.3 examines human development, learning processes, and behavioural practices. • Part 1.4 analyses the role of culture, communication, human relationships, and indigenous knowledge in health practices and public participation. Series Learning Outcomes – Series 1: Foundations of Health Psychology, Sociology, and Anthropology By the end of this Series, learners should be able to: • SLO 1.1: Define the concepts of health psychology, health sociology, and anthropology, and explain their scope and interrelationships. • SLO 1.2: Analyse the biological basis of human behaviour, focusing on sensation, perception, motivation, and emotion. • SLO 1.3: Describe stages of human development, learning processes, and behavioural practices. • SLO 1.4: Evaluate the role of culture, communication, human relationships, and indigenous knowledge in shaping health practices and public participation. These outcomes align directly with the four Parts outlined for Series 1, ensuring learners progress from conceptual foundations through biological and developmental aspects, to cultural and indigenous dimensions of health. 1.1 Introduction to Health Psychology, Sociology, and Anthropology
LA-NET | ONLINE LEARNING VIDEO PLATFORM FOR POST-SECONDARY & HIGHER INSTITUTION STUDENTS 1.1.1 Health Psychology Health psychology is the study of how psychological factors such as thoughts, emotions, and behaviours influence health and illness. It examines how people cope with stress, why they follow or ignore medical advice, and how lifestyle choices affect wellbeing. For example, smoking and poor diet are behaviours that can increase the risk of disease. Fill in the blank: The study of how psychological factors influence health and illness is called ______. Figure 1.1 Placeholder: Diagram showing the interaction between mind, behaviour, and health outcomes. Caption: Relationship between psychology and health. 1.1.2 Health Sociology
LA-NET | ONLINE LEARNING VIDEO PLATFORM FOR POST-SECONDARY & HIGHER INSTITUTION STUDENTS Health sociology explores how social structures, institutions, and relationships affect health outcomes. It considers factors such as family, education, religion, and economic status. For instance, inequalities in income often lead to inequalities in health. Fill in the blank: The discipline that studies how social structures and institutions affect health outcomes is called ______. Social Factor Potential Health Outcome Low Income Chronic stress, malnutrition, shorter life expectancy. High Education Lower rates of smoking and sedentary behavior. Unsafe Housing Increased risk of lead poisoning and respiratory infections. Discrimination Elevated cortisol levels and higher risk of hypertension. Box 1.1 Placeholder: Text box listing examples of social factors influencing health (family, education, religion, economy). Caption: Social factors influencing health. 1.1.3 Health Anthropology Health anthropology focuses on cultural beliefs, traditions, and practices that shape health behaviours. It studies how communities interpret illness, the role of traditional healers, and how indigenous knowledge contributes to health practices. For example, herbal remedies are widely used in many cultures. Fill in the blank: The discipline that studies cultural beliefs and practices related to health is called ______. Issue: Smoking Psychological View Sociological View Anthropological View The "Why" Focuses on the individual’s addiction and personality traits. Focuses on tobacco marketing targeting low-income groups. Focuses on smoking as a social ritual or status symbol in certain cultures.
LA-NET | ONLINE LEARNING VIDEO PLATFORM FOR POST-SECONDARY & HIGHER INSTITUTION STUDENTS Issue: Smoking Psychological View Sociological View Anthropological View The "Fix" Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to change habitual behavior. Implementing national taxes and smoke-free laws. Understanding the cultural meaning of smoking to find a replacement ritual. Table 1.1 Placeholder: Table comparing psychology, sociology, and anthropology in health contexts. Caption: Comparison of health psychology, sociology, and anthropology. 1.1.4 Interrelationships among the Disciplines Health psychology, sociology, and anthropology are interconnected. Together, they provide a holistic understanding of health by combining biological, psychological, social, and cultural perspectives. For example, stress can be studied psychologically, but its causes may be social, and its coping strategies may be cultural. Fill in the blank: Stress can be studied psychologically, but its causes may be ______, and its coping strategies may be ______.
LA-NET | ONLINE LEARNING VIDEO PLATFORM FOR POST-SECONDARY & HIGHER INSTITUTION STUDENTS Figure 1.2 Placeholder: Venn diagram showing overlap between psychology, sociology, and anthropology in health. Caption: Interrelationships among health psychology, sociology, and anthropology. Pilot questions 1.1 1. The study of how psychological factors influence health and illness is called ______. 2. The discipline that studies how social structures and institutions affect health outcomes is called ______. 3. The discipline that studies cultural beliefs and practices related to health is called ______.
LA-NET | ONLINE LEARNING VIDEO PLATFORM FOR POST-SECONDARY & HIGHER INSTITUTION STUDENTS 4. Name two social factors that influence health outcomes. 5. Stress can be studied psychologically, but its causes may be ______, and its coping strategies may be ______. 1.2 Biological Basis for Human Behaviour 1.2.1 Sensation and Perception Sensation is the process by which our sensory organs detect stimuli from the environment, such as light, sound, or touch. Perception is the interpretation of these sensory signals by the brain, allowing us to make sense of the world. For example, the eyes detect light waves, but the brain interprets them as colours and shapes. Fill in the blank: The process of interpreting sensory signals by the brain is called ______.
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