COUN 1587 - Introduction to Health and Wellness in Contemporary Society
Fall 2026 Syllabus, Section 05, CRN 41119,
Credit hours: 3
Course Meeting Times
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Instructor
Jessica McRoberts
Email: jlmcroberts@ysu.edu
Course Description
1587. Introduction to Health and Wellness in Contemporary Society. Provides an introduction to the wellness model integrating physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Using current research, students explore decision-making models examining ethical, theoretical, multicultural, and practical concerns in developing their own wellness strategies. 3 s.h.
Course Readings
| Group | Title | Author | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Required | The Relaxation & Stress Reduction Workbook. New Harbinger Publications, Inc. Seventh Edition | Davis, M., Eshelman, E.R., McKay, M. | 978-1-68403-334-8 |
| Required | Mental Health and Wellness Students Speak Up. Cognella, First Edition. | Gross, Maria, M.A., Lowe, Shari, M.S. | 979-8-8233-3016-9 |
Additional links and readings may be linked on blackboard for weekly lessons.
The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.
Assignments/Assessments
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Schedule of Topics and Assignments
| Week of | Reading(s) | Proposed Topic | Due/To Prepare for Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8/24 | Course Introduction - no readings - review Syllabus and Blackboard Layout | Workbook Activities will be listed in this column: None Due this week | Discussion Board Posts & Papers Listed Here: Please introduce yourself on the discussion board through the introduction thread. |
| 8/31 | Counseling 101 Presentation & Readings for Reflection: Both Provided in Module | None Due | DB: Counseling 101 – what profession interests you or did you not know existed? |
| 9/7 | Chapter 1 - Students Speak Up | WB: Sections 2 & 16 | DB: Post to the Chapter 1 discussion questions Reaction Paper #1 Due by 9/13 @ 11:59pm |
| 9/14 | Chapter 2 - Students Speak Up | WB: Section 6 | DB: Post to the Chapter 2 discussion questions Reaction Paper #2 Due by 9/20 @ 11:59pm |
| 9/21 | Chapter 3 - Students Speak Up | WB: Section 12 | DB: Post to the Chapter 3 discussion questions |
| 9/28 | Chapter 4 - Students Speak Up | WB: Sections 13 & 15 | DB: Post to the Chapter 4 discussion questions Personal Development Plan Statement Due by 10/04 @11:59pm |
| 10/5 | Chapter 5 - Students Speak Up | WB: You Choose! Any section 3-10 | DB: Post to the Chapter 5 discussion questions |
| 10/12 | Chapter 6 - Students Speak Up | WB: You Choose! Any section 3-10 | DB: Post to the Chapter 6 discussion questions |
| 10/19 | Chapter 7 - Students Speak Up | WB: You Choose! Any section 3-10 | DB: Post to the Chapter 7 discussion questions Reaction Paper #3 Due by 10/25 @ 11:59pm |
| 10/26 | Chapter 8 - Students Speak Up | WB: Sections 19 & 20 | DB: Post to the Chapter 8 discussion questions |
| 11/2 | Chapter 9 - Students Speak Up | WB: You Choose! Any section 3-10 | DB: Post to the Chapter 9 discussion questions Cultural Background Paper Due by 11/08 @ 11:59pm |
| 11/9 | Guest Speaker on Wellness Video | WB: Section 21 | DB: Post to the Guest Speaker discussion questions |
| 11/16 | Mindfulness Techniques Sharing Video | WB: Section 1 | DB: Post to the Mindfulness discussion questions Personal Development Activity Paper Due by 11/22 @ 11:59pm |
| 11/23 | Thanksgiving Break | Enjoy | Your Break :) |
| 11/30 | Wellness Plan Week | None | DB: Share your Wellness Plan Findings Wellness Plan Due by 12/6 @ 11:59pm |
| 12/7 | Course Closure - Finals Week | None | DB: Final Closure Post Extra Credit Due by 12/10 @11:59pm Good Luck On all Your Finals! |
The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.