The
following information was taken directly from Roehampton
University's printed postgraduate prospectus.
“Interest
in stress is increasing in terms of scientific research
as well as the rapidly growing commercial stress management
sector. This programme provides an academically respectable
and science-based qualification in the study of stress,
dealing specifically with the mechanisms by which psychological
stress can induce illnesses and examining issues of measurement,
prevalence and management.
Students look at how psychological states can affect physical
wellbeing, in particular the role of stress in the development
of various diseases, such as coronary heart disease(the
biggest killer in the west) and metabolic disorders including
diabetes and mental illnesses. It is important to emphasize
that this programme is not intended to be a general counseling
course as it focuses specifically on the psychobiology
of stress.
Key areas of study:
• Health and stress assessment
• Stress management: methods and issues
• The effect of psychological states on organic
function
• The role of stress in changing patterns of disease
• Types of stress and responses to stress.”
If you may have further questions or concerns about this
program at Roehampton University or for other programs
please contact
representative Popabroad for more information.
