Biopsychosocial Strategies for Mental Health and Performance
About This Course
"This course explores the multidimensional nature of mental health and performance, emphasizing the interplay between biological, psychological, and social factors.
Learners will explore the following key themes:
• Mind-Body Dimensions in Mental Health and Performance: Interplay between thoughts, emotions, and physical health in fostering resilience and wellbeing.
• Psycho-Social Determinants of Mental Health and Performance: Impact of social connections, community support, and social media on wellbeing.
• Psycho-Social Strategies for Mental Wellbeing: Evidence-based skills rooted in mindfulness-based cognitive therapy and compassion in wellbeing and performance.
• Strategies for Mental Wellbeing and Performance for Teams: Approaches to enhance team dynamics and drive collective success."
What You'll Learn
1. Identify the mind-body dimensions at play in mental health and performance.
2. Explain the psychosocial determinants of mental health and performance and evaluate their impact on individuals and communities.
3. Apply evidence-based psycho-social strategies to enhance mental wellbeing.
4. Develop and implement strategies to optimize mental wellbeing and performance in team settings."
Entry Requirements
"• Hold a relevant Bachelor’s degree (preferably a four-year programme with Honours) in any field (preferably with subjects related to either psychology, physiology, or neuroscience).
• At least one year working experience if holding a three-year Bachelor’s degree (without Honours)
• Provide evidence of a minimum International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.0 or a TOEFL score of 85 (Internet-based) to establish proficiency in English if this is not their first language.
• All IELTS / TOEFL tests must have been taken not earlier than 3 years before the proposed date of admission."