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27227 Current Issues in Health and Wellbeing
6cp; prerequisite(s): 27228 Lifespan Development
Undergraduate

This subject examines the links between certain behavioural risk factors (e.g. smoking, high-fat diet, chronic stress) and illness and mortality; as well as between health behaviours (e.g. balanced nutrition, exercise, good sleep habits and stress reducing activities) and disease prevention and wellness. It also examines behaviour change principles and strategies for effective implementation of healthy lifestyle goals and habits.