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This module is designed to develop a knowledge base in relation to the psychological, biological and social influences on the development and management of chronic illness. An important focus will be on the complexity of chronic illness and the interaction between these factors. Students will be introduced to the diverse ways in which psychosocial factors alter biological processes central to health and well-being, and the development of illness and illness progression. The module will cover theoretical models of illness and health behaviours. Students will be introduced to the main theories relating to the aetiology of chronic illness and patients' beliefs regarding illness and treatment. Finally, the module will also focus on the role of health psychologists in identifying, preventing and treating chronic illness, across clinical, community and public health contexts.Ìý

The overall aim of the module is to develop a rich understanding of the complexity of the aetiology, progression and management of chronic illness, from a Health Psychology perspective.

By the end of this module, students will be able to:

• Describe the individual, genetic and societal risk factors and consequences for long-term health conditions that are covered in this module
• Describe and critically appraise psychological and lifestyle interventions aimed at improving the management of long-term conditionsÌý
• Describe and critically appraise theoretical models of behaviour relating to chronic illness

  This module is compulsory for all students enrolled on the MSc Health Psychology. Spaces are limited to 60.

  Teaching will take place in the form of lectures over the course of 11 weeks in Term 2 of the academic year