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and theory in stress physiology stress management, techniques of progressive
relaxation, mental rehearsal, imagery training. Included are stress management
strategies for coping with stress-related disorders with emphasis on relationships
to physical activities.Western development
in holistic health. Overview of psychobiology of stress and self-regulatory
methods such as: autogenic training, biofeedback, progressive relaxation,
visualization, and behavioral techniques. (G.E. Seg. III CED)Eastern approaches
to health and healing including acupuncture, yoga, meditation. Comparison,
scientific evaluation, and synthesis of eastern and western models of human
psychology and physiology. (G.E. Seg. III CED)Explores the relationship
between health and creative ways of living through understanding human nature
and human potential. The evolution and dynamics of human biology, consciousness
and culture. Health orientations of different traditions as they pertain
to life cycle stages including birth and death. Recognition and use of socio-psychological
and ecological factors in the health and healing process. (G.E. Seg. III
CED)Taoist philosophy
of health and healing: yin-yang and five element theory; principles of qi;
patterns of disharmony, and health; life styles and environmental influences;
Chinese healing modes and self-practices. Prerequisite: upper division standing.Patterns of health,
energetic perspectives; nature of qi energy and meridians; activating and
balancing qi; body-mind energetic practices: acupressure, breathing exercises,
meditation, etc. Classwork, three units; lab, one unit. Prerequisite: either
HH 380, 381, 382 383 or consent of instructor. History, theory,
research, physiological basis and application of biofeedback and other self-regulatory
techniques. Use of electromyography, thermal, electrodermal and electroencephalograph
feedback techniques and self-practice of autogenic training. Classwork,
three units; lab, one unit. Prerequisite: one college course in biology
and HH 380 or 381 or 382 or consent of instructor. (G.E. Seg. III)Reduction concepts,
self-practice, and individual and group training processes. Basic theory
and technique of autogenic training, a self-generating therapeutic approach
for clinical and non-clinical applications. Includes stress Prerequisite:
HH 380 or 381 or 382 or consent of instructor. (G.E. Seg. III) Perspective on the
role of herbs and nutrition in health and well-being; historical and philosophical
aspects; use of herbs in Chinese medicine, preparation and processing differences
in individual needs. Prerequisite: HH 380, 381, 382, 383 or consent of instructorTheory and methodology
of various forms of imagery and meditation in promoting health and healing,
neuropsychololgical correlates, and multicultural approaches and practices.
Prerequisite: HH 380, 381, 382 or 383
Principles and practices of
health from an anthroposophical medical perspective. Applications derived from
Waldorf education, biodynamic agriculture and eurthmy, all rooted in Western
thinking and evidence-based medicine.
Studies and applications
of the transformational power of art. The history of art and healing and
the physiology of the healing process. Examples and case studies of health-care
professionals, artists and hospitals that are incorporating music and
art into patient care. Exploration of the various expressive arts (writing,
movement, art/image, silence and sound) for personal, relational, institutional
and ecological healing. Creating community art, ritual and collective
healing.
Overview of the therapies and
and self-care practices in the Holistic Health field. A multidisciplinary, cross-
cultural exploration of the frontiers of health and healing supported by weekly
presentations from leading researchers, clinicians, authors, healers and social
visionaries.An exploration of the natural treatment options of Naturopathic Medicine and as a profession. Includes the philosophy, principles and practice of naturopathic medicine: the science and art of preventing and treating disease with natural therapies. Studies include a variety of natural therapies: diet and nutritional biochemistry, botanical medicine, homeopathy, hydrotherapy and physical medicine and spirituality/mind-body medicine.Practicum and intern
experience in holistic health, including practice in settings such as biofeedback
clinic, traditional Chinese medical clinics, schools, colleges, hospitals,
health centers, and work settings. Prerequisite: approval by holistic health
advisor.Explores the psychophysiology
of healing. Special emphasis upon the foundation, ramifications and practice
of therapeutic touch and healee-healer interaction. In-depth topicalpresentations
of the healing process. Seminar: explores
healing practices springing from different cultural traditions. Comparison
focuses on concepts and experience of health and illness, role of healer
and patient, healing practices and the nature of the healing process. Differences
and universal principles of healing are discussed. Independent study
under the direction of a faculty member. May be repeated for credit provided
that the area of study is different. Prerequisite: consent of instructor
and director.