In this project, you will plan, research, and report on a specific aspect on how the connection between the mind and body affects health.
1. Choose a specific Mind-Body topic to research in terms of the effects of one’s health and well-being. The chosen topic should be one in which you have an interest.
2. Write a scholarly paper in A.P.A. style and include at least three scholarly sources. The recommended length of the report is between 3-5 pages. Submissions will be via email.
Project topics include, but are not limited to the following:
· The Impact of Stress on Health
· Factors Leading to Distress
· Job Stress and Health
· The Role of Religion and Spirituality
· The Disease-Resistant Personality
· The Disease-Prone Personality
· Anger, Hostility, and Health
· Worry, Anxiety, Fear, and Health
· Insomnia and Sleep Deprivation
· Depression/Despair
· Principles of Resilience
· Social Support, Relationships/Connectedness
· Loneliness
· Marriage and Health
· The Health Benefits of Strong Families
· Grief and Bereavement
· The Placebo Effect
· The Healing Power of Altruism
· Optimism
· Locus of Control
· Self-Esteem/Self-Efficacy
· Humor and Laughter
· Select a personal change or self-improvement that you desire to make:
o Physical behavior include but are not limited to:
· Smoking
· Substance use
· Exercise
· Nutrition
· Sleep
o Social aspects of your life include but are not limited to:
· Spending more time with family or friends
· Resolving a conflict
· Improving communication skills
· Strengthening relationships
o Mental aspects include but are not limited to:
· Time management
· Avoiding procrastination
· Work ethic, motivation, study habits
o Emotional considerations include but are not limited to:
· Coping with stress
· Relaxation
· Reducing worry
· Confronting fears
· Anger management
You may also select a topic within the spiritual component as it relates to improved health.
Keep in mind that no health behavior limited to only one health component. For instance, improved physical health can affect emotional, social, and mental health as well.
MUST BE 3 FULL PAGES not including the cover page !!!! use 3 reliabe sources such as NIH.