Introduction to Health Psychology
Education, Training, and Work Field?
100

This branch of psychology focuses on the interaction of biology, social functions, behavior, and psychology (American Psychological Association, 2014)

What is Health Psychology?

100

4-5 years and 1,500 internship hours + 1,500 to 3,000

Pass the exam for professional practice in psychology (EPPP),

What are requirements for a Health PHD and Psy.D?

200

An individual got the flu virus because they were exposed to the illness 

What is biological approach?

200
  • Masters degree in psychology with a focus in health psychology. 
    • Takes 2-4 years to earn. 

What is a masters degree in health or psychology?

300

The individual got the virus because they were exposed to the virus, had an intense argument with their parental figure, was under lots of stress, and stoped eating regularly throughout the day

What is biopsychosocial approach?


300
  • Understand how patients’ behaviors affect physical health outcomes
  •  Prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of illness and disability

What are goals for clinical health psychologists?

400

Help clients in living a healthier life, prevent illness in individuals, and assist those who are undergoing difficulty with their health 

What is the goal of health psychology? 

400
  • $80,000 per year
  • Large  health systems often pay more.

What is the salary of health psychologists? 

500
  •  Conduct clinical interviews and behavioral assessments
  • Participate in interventions with individuals or groups

What is the job description for a Health Psychologist?

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