Psychological & Sociological Aspects of Health & Wellbeing - HEA00060C
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- Department: Health Sciences
- Credit value: 20 credits
- Credit level: C
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Academic year of delivery: 2024-25
Module will run
Occurrence |
Teaching period |
A |
Autumn Term 2024-25 |
Module aims
Understand the psychological and sociological aspects of health and wellbeing.
Module learning outcomes
By the end of the module, students will be able to:
- Describe key psychological and sociological theories of health.
- Explore an individual’s experience of health.
- Identify ways in which forms of evidence influence understanding of health and wellbeing.
- Reflect on the application of fundamental communication skills and potential barriers.
- Outline concepts of culture and community.
- Outline how equality and diversity influence health.
Indicative assessment
Task |
% of module mark |
Essay/coursework |
100 |
Special assessment rules
None
Indicative reassessment
Task |
% of module mark |
Essay/coursework |
100 |
Module feedback
Written feedback for the summative assessment is provided on the standard proforma, within the timescale specified in the programme handbook.
Indicative reading
Arnold, E and Boggs, K (2016) Interpersonal Relationships. Professional Communication Skills for Nurses. Elsevier, Missouri.
Bee, D and Boyd, D (2015) Lifespan Development. 7th Edition, Pearson, London
Barry, AM and Yuill, C (2016) Understanding the Sociology of Health. (4th Ed) Sage publication, London.
Davidson, A (2015) Social Determinants of Health. A comparative approach. Oxford University Press, Ontario.
Seedhouse, D (2017) Thoughtful health care. Ethical awareness and Reflective practice. Sage.