Psychological & Brain Sciences 391TM - S-Neuropsych/Stress&Meditation
Spring
2024
01
3.00
Amanda Hamel
TU TH 10:00AM 11:15AM
UMass Amherst
20138
Tobin Hall room 520
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 juniors and seniors whose primary major is Psychology. Pre Req: PSYCH 241