FALL 2007 HONORS COURSES

HONR 279P Understanding and Coping with Stress
Tuesday/Thursday, 11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Dr. David Hyde, Department of Public and Community Health

Today, stress seems to be a fact of life. What conscientious college student is not “stressed-out”? Like a shadow, it seems to be lurking everywhere: during an exam, a job interview, a class presentation, driving on the beltway, finding a place to park, relating to others. Moreover, stress affects how well we function on a daily basis: our ability to concentrate and think, our behaviors, and most importantly our health. Even though it is difficult for many people to accept, stress is in the eye of the beholder. Nobody has the luxury of a stress-free life; however, some cope better than others. Why? How? This seminar will focus on coping with the stressors of everyday life. Through reading and discussion students will examine a variety of strategies effective in minimizing the impact of stress.