Courses & Units
Stress, Self-Care and Mindfulness PSY114
Introduction
In this online unit you will learn about a range of contemporary approaches to managing stress and enhancing wellbeing which can be applied by individuals. As a foundation, you will learn about stress, coping, well-being and happiness, considering different models used in psychology to explain these concepts. Then you will explore the theory, evidence base, and practice of a range of approaches used to manage stress and enhance wellbeing within a self-care context. These approaches are grouped into three themes: 1. lifestyle (healthy eating, physical activity, sleep, leisure and relaxation, social connections, nature, and digital health) 2. mindfulness (everyday mindfulness, formal mindfulness and meditation, compassion and self-compassion) and 3. positive psychology (gratitude, acts of kindness, character strengths, meaning, flow and creativity). Throughout the unit, there is a focus on learning to adopt healthy thoughts and behaviours as part of a self-care approach, and developing skills in applying the scientist-practitioner model to reflect on claims regarding approaches to managing stress and enhancing well-being. In each weekly online module, content is presented via text, mini-lectures, images, videos, and audio recordings, along with interactive online learning activities. Readings focus on research articles and reports which provide an evidence base for the approaches discussed in the unit. There are multiple opportunities to interact with your teacher and peers throughout the semester, in both synchronous and asynchronous modes. In practical activities and assessments, you will discuss, apply, and reflect on the techniques discussed in the unit content.
Summary
| Unit name | Stress, Self-Care and Mindfulness |
|---|---|
| Unit code | PSY114 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Psychological Sciences |
| Discipline | Psychology |
| Coordinator | Doctor Kate Talsma |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online | Semester 2 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 22/7/2024 | 16/8/2024 | 9/9/2024 | 27/10/2024 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2024 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2024 will be available from the 1st October 2023. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Explain key concepts relating to stress and psychological well-being.
- Discuss approaches to managing stress and enhancing well-being, referring to theory, evidence base and practice
- Apply techniques to manage stress and enhance well-being in a self-care context, and reflect on your experience.
- Use a variety of media to communicate about self-care concepts that can be applied to manage stress and enhance wellbeing within a self-care context.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 061700 | $1,118.00 | $1,118.00 | not applicable | $2,648.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Requisites
Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
CXA006 or PSY214Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Each week: 1 x 3-hour Asynchronous online learning modules; 1 x 1-hour Asynchronous online learning activities, 6 hrs weekly Independent learning consisting of weekly readings, assignment preparation, revision |
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| Assessment | Online learning engagement activities (5%)|Online Quizzes (20%)|Pre-recorded video presentation (35%)|Workbook (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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