ESC 352 - Psychology of Physical Activity

Institution:

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Exercise Science

Description:

This course will explore topics about the relationship between physical activity and psychology. Specifically, this includes understanding how and why physical activity improves mental health and cognitive functioning, explaining various psychosocial factors that affect activity levels, using behavior change theories to improve rates of physical activity participation, and identifying issues unique for various diverse populations.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

(ESC 150 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF C OR ESC 250 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF C) AND (PSY 101 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF D OR HON 151 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF D)

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

This course is approved for distance education instruction. Distance education opportunities vary by semester. Please contact the university for more information.

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.ship.edu/

Phone Number:

(717) 477-7447

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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