Psychological & Brain Sciences 391TM - S-Neuropsych/Stress&Meditation

Fall
2024
01
3.00
Amanda Hamel

TU TH 10:00AM 11:15AM

UMass Amherst
36654
Bartlett Hall room 131
afhamel@umass.edu
This course will explore how the body mounts a physiological stress response and examine the impact of meditation on this response. Throughout the semester, students will have the opportunity to engage in regular mindfulness meditation in class, as well as a comprehensive exploration of the scientific research on its effects. Previous experience with meditation not required!

Open to Senior and Junior Psychology majors only. Pre Req: PSYCH 241

Permission is required for interchange registration during all registration periods.