5. Health Psychology
What make s
sick
Why different
people respond
differently
How responses
and coping
styles affect the
course of illness
Why and how
people develop
certain health
habits
What factors
determine
specific
intervention
6. Field of Health Psychology
Mind
Illness- Cognitive and emotional phenomena
Eg : Schizophrenia
7. Role of health psychologist
Understanding the higher level of illness
Professional help
Adapting to illness
Preventive measures
Interaction
8. Role of health psychologist
Examine
Previous
behaviour
• Physically
• Socially
• Active
Look into
• Personal
Preferences
• Personality
characteristics
To Provide
• Positive
Reinforcement
• Reward
9. RoHP
Not only to free of disease but also to maintain a state
of mental and psychological health and ability to live
their life meaningful