COBH 6110

Social and Behavioral Determinants of Health and Disease

This course presents an in-depth analysis of factors contributing to health and disease in populations. It addresses concepts of health promotion, disease prevention, and health protection in light of modifiable and nonmodifiable risk factors, including lifestyle behavior patterns, personality and cognitive processes, cultural and spiritual forces, socioeconomic status, age, race, gender, and environmental exposure. Students will explore relationships of these health determinants within the context of selected social and behavioral theories.

Units: 3.0