Psychology of Stress, Health, and Coping

edX MOOC / Non-credit USD 129
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Psychology of Stress, Health, and Coping

About this course

Stress is an unavoidable part of everyday life that can interfere with our thinking, strain our relationships, and even physically harm our bodies. In Psychology of Stress, Health, and Coping, you will learn about the psychological and physiological causes of stress, as well as the consequences of stress for your mind and body. The course concludes with sections on how you can minimize the negative effects of stress and find strategies to benefit from and grow after stressful experiences.

What you'll learn

  • understand the causes of stress
  • identify the consequences of stress on mental health
  • develop strategies to cope with and manage stress
  • discover ways to grow from stressful experiences

Course objectives

  • to inform participants about the psychological impact of stress
  • to teach practical coping mechanisms for stress management

Skills you'll gain

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