Mind-Body Medicine

Summer 2013 quarter

Faculty

Mukti Khanna psychology

Fields of Study

health and psychology

Preparatory for studies or careers in

health, psychology, alternative and complementary medicine

Description

Mind-Body Medicine focuses on the applications of sociocultural, psychosocial, and behavioral knowledge relevant to health and wellness.  The course will explore historical foundations of mind-body medicine in addition to clinical practices including energy psychology, qigong, expressive arts therapy, somatic practices, and mindfulness.  Questions to be explored include "What practices are emerging at the creative edge of healthcare?" and "How are healthcare providers preparing themselves to work in an integrative healthcare system?" Students have the option of doing health project work and theoretical readings for an additional 4 credits.

Advertised Schedule

9a-6p Sat and 10a-6p Sun, Jun 29-30;  6-9p Wed, Jul. 10; 6-9p Fri, 9a-6p Sat, and 10a-6p Sun, Jul. 26-28

Location

Olympia

Online Learning

Enhanced Online Learning

Books

Greener Store

Required Fees

$70 for copies and art supplies

Offered During

Evening and Weekend