Stress and Stress Related Disorders, 7.5 credits

A total of at least 120 credits which include a professional qualification or a Bachelor of Science in health care, Bachelor of Science in Social Work or a sports teacher degree. Furthermore, knowledge is required in Swedish and English equivalent to Swedish B and English A (with at least the Pass grade).

On completion of the course, the student should have advanced knowledge about - stress, its physiology and psychology - stress-related diseases and their treatment - stress prevention - rehabilitation From the above knowledge, the student should be able to formulate an individualised or work life adapted strategy programme for the prevention and handling of stress.

The course covers: - the concept of stress - the physiology and psychology of stress - stress activated mental problems and diseases - stress-related physical diseases - stress prevention and stress management on individual and vocational level

The course is an interactive web-based course that is essentially based on selfstudy. Furthermore, three physical seminar collections are included.

At seminar sessions two and three, compulsory attendance applies. In case of absence, turn to the course coordinator. Examination is carried out individually through two study assignments and a written examination assignment. If a student fails an examination, she may supplement it five more times.

Course evaluation will be carried out in accordance with the guidelines established by the Board of Education.