PSYC 109 Stress and Well-Being throughout Development

Emphasizes bi-directional relationship between psychobiological systems, stress, and well-being throughout the lifespan. Considers how associations differ across cultural contexts. Major topics include stress response systems (HPA-axis, autonomic nervous system, immune system, neural threat response), positive well-being (emotion, psychological resources, prosocial behavior), and health behaviors (sleep, substance use, eating).