BME1130

The human being in health and illness

(MED)

Associate Professor K Jones (Psychological Medicine)

6 points + One 2-hour lecture/demonstration, one 1-hour and up to three hours of project work per week + First semester + Clayton campus + No prerequisites + Prohibitions: BME1122

Synopsis: The complex relationships between health and illness and behaviour of the individual, beginning with an introduction to concepts of health and psychological well-being, illness, disease and disability. Normal and abnormal reactions to illness are covered and students will study an individual with a chronic medical condition. Physical, cognitive, emotional and behavioural reactions are considered, and the biological factors and psychological processes - such as perception, learning, memory, cognition and emotion - that underlie these. The impact of behaviour - particularly habits - on health and well-being is covered, as well as illness prevention and health promotion.

Assessment: Written examination: 50% + Essay (2500 words): 35% + Tutorial assignments: 15%