Department of Physical Education

University of Southern California

Department of Physical Education

PHED 160

Stress Management for Healthy Living

Fall 2010

Instructor: MaryAnn Bohland-Matveyenko, Ph.D.

Email:

Office / Phone: PED 107; (213) 740-3098

Office Hours: By Appointment

Class Meets: Monday / Wednesday 3-3:50pm in WPH 103

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Instruction on the effects of stress as it relates to work, sport, and academics; coping strategies are discussed and applied through physical conditioning interventions. The nature of stress, determinant causes, and the physiological and psychological reactions to stress are addressed in the lecture portion of the course. The activity portion of the class will introduce and implement physiological, cognitive and behavioral stress management techniques and exercise programming.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

§  Describe the different types of stressors

§  Identify the psycho-physiological indicators of excessive stress

§  Analyze the models of stress

§  Describe the mind-body connection

§  Identify the contributing factors to the stress response

§  Compare the differences between stress, anxiety, and arousal

§  Describe the many types of coping responses to stress

§  Describe the many somatic, behavioral, and cognitive stress management techniques

§  Explain the importance of exercise in combating the effects of stress

§  Actively engage in physiological, behavioral, and cognitive interventions throughout the semester

§  Apply theoretical concepts to one’s own experience to understand stress and its impact on health and our lives (experiential learning)

§  Participate in interactive and dynamic classroom activities (active learning)

§  Accept perspectives and experiences of all students in the class (divergent thinking)

§  Foster an environment of self-directed learning (individual responsibility and self-challenge)

REQUIRED TEXT: Hesson, M and Olpin, M. (2008). Stress Management for Life. (Activities Manual),Custom Edition. Cengage Learning. *Please reference cengage.com for additional info.

PARTICIPATION / PERFORMANCE:

Consistent attendance, punctuality, and participation in ALL classes are extremely important in order to obtain and absorb course material and to improve one’s physical and mental fitness. Tardiness will not be tolerated.

Please come prepared for class, be it lecture or activity. Prior reading of assigned reading is a great idea. All phones, iPods, and other portable electronics (other than laptops) should be turned OFF. Appropriate use of electronics during activity labs is acceptable. Courtesy, kindness, and respect are expected from all participants. J

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Appropriate workout attire for activity labs. Recommendations include: water, athletic shoes, and towel, and student ID for access to the Lyon Center. Lockers and towels are available through the department of Physical Education (PED 108).

EVALUATION CRITERIA:

Grades, detailed descriptions of your assignments, activity lab instructions and handouts will be posted on Blackboard at: https://blackboard.usc.edu

Cognitive: 50% / Psychomotor: 50%
Assignment / 5% / Stress Portfolio / 25%
Presentation (Article, Slides, Presentation) / 25% / Class Participation / 25%
Final Exam / 20%

1.  Assignment: “Top 10 Stressors” (due Week 2)

2.  Presentation: Topic article, presentation, and PowerPoint slides (due Weeks 13 and 14)

3.  Stress Portfolio: Stress and exercise journal entries, assessments, and in-class assignments (due Week 15)

4.  Final Exam: Comprehensive, cumulative exam (Week 15)

5.  Class Participation: Regular contribution to class discussion, labs, and activities (Weeks 1-15)

If you are absent on a day that an assignment is due, you must still submit your assignment in on time. Late assignments will NOT be accepted. Exam make-ups will not be given. Extra credit is not available.

Grading Scale: A (94+pts), A- (90-93pts), B+ (89-87pts), B (86-84pts), B- (80-83pts), C+ (79-77pts), C (76-74pts), C- (70-73pts), D+ (69-67), D (66-64pts), D- (60-63pts), F (59-0pts) Pass (>69 pts), Fail (<60pts)

Academic Accommodations

Any student requesting academic accommodations based on a disability are required to register with Disability Services and Programs (DSP) each semester. A letter of verification for approved accommodations can be obtained from DSP. Please be sure the letter is delivered to me (the instructor) as early in the semester as possible. DSP is located in Student Union (STU) 301 and is open 8:30am-5:00pm Monday-Friday. The phone number for DSP is (213) 740-0776.

Academic Integrity

Students who violate University standards of academic integrity are subject to disciplinary sanctions, including failure in the course and suspension from the University. Since dishonesty in any form harms the individual, other students and the University, academic integrity policies will be strictly enforced. I expect you will familiarize yourself with the Academic Integrity guidelines found in the current SCampus

PHED 160 – Stress Management
Course Outline
/ Monday / Wednesday

Week 1

Aug 23 & 25

/ Course Introduction / Chapter 1: Stress Today

Week 2

Aug 30 & Sept 1

/ Chapter 1: Stress Today (continued)
Stress Journal / Chapter 2: Self Assessment
Stress Journal Due

Week 3

Sept 6 & 8

/ No Class – Labor Day Holiday J / Chapter 3: The Science of Stress
“Top 10 Stressors” Due (5%)

Friday, September 10

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Last Day to Register, ADD/DROP class without mark of “W”, &/or change to P/NP or Audit

Week 4

Sept 13 & 15 / Chapter 4: The Mind Body Connection
Stress Journal / Chapter 4: The Mind Body Connection
Stress Journal Due

Week 5

Sept 20 & 22 / Chapter 8: Managing Emotions / Chapter 8: Managing Emotions

Week 6

Sept 27 & 39
/ Chapter 11: Time and Life Management
Stress Journal / Chapter 11: Time and Life Management
Stress Journal Due

Week 7

Oct 4 & 6 / Chapter 12: Money Matters / Chapter 12: Money Matters

Week 8

Oct 11 & 13 / Chapter 15: Healthy Lifestyles
Stress Journal / Chapter 15: Healthy Lifestyles
Stress Journal Due

Week 9

Oct 18 & 20 / Chapter 15: Healthy Lifestyles / Chapter 15: Healthy Lifestyles
Activity Lab

Week 10

Oct 25 & 27 / Chapter 16: Introduction to Relaxation
Exercise Journal / Chapter 16: Introduction to Relaxation
Activity Lab
Exercise Journal Due
Week 11
Nov 1 & 3 / Chapter 17, 21, 22: Breathing, Meditation and Yoga
Activity Lab / Chapter 17, 21, 22: Breathing, Meditation and Yoga
Activity Lab
Week 12
Nov 8 & 10 / Exercise / Activity Lab
Exercise Journal / Exercise / Activity Lab
Exercise Journal Due

Friday, November 12

/

Last Day to DROP class with mark of “W”

Week 13
Nov 15 & 17 / Presentations (25%) / Presentations (25%)

Week 14

Nov 22 & 24 / Presentations (25%) / Presentations (25%)

Week 15

Nov 29 & Dec 1 / Portfolios DUE (25%)
Final Review / Final Exam (20%)