This overview course is designed to introduce the student to the major methods and technologies of clinical and translational science (CTS) with an emphasis on human subjects research. Students learn these core methodologies through classroom discussions, readings, and written portfolio activities that challenge them to apply methodological concepts to their own areas of research interest.

(1) Advanced history and theory of medical anthropology; (2) research design, field work, analysis of data in medical anthropology.

This course will introduce the student to the field of psychosocial oncology. Historical and recent developments in the application of behavioral science knowledge and methodology to the understanding and treatment of cancer and the cancer patient will be examined. The role of psychosocial factors in the etiology, prevention, and treatment of cancer will be explored. Emphasis will be placed upon the interaction of biological, psychosocial, and social factors throughout the course of cancer.

This cross-cultural seminar explores the biocultural interactions among food, human biology, and the social, cultural, political and economic factors that shape food-related behaviors and nutritional status of populations. Topics include the social role of food, food beliefs and ideology, the political economy of malnutrition, development strategies and food security, and methods in nutritional anthropology research. Readings and discussions are research focused and approach issues from a variety of theoretical perspectives.

An exploration of behavioral science concepts which bear on various physical illnesses. The perspective of the course is interdisciplinary, using concepts from the various behavioral science disciplines.

This course is designed to familiarize students with major concepts and current issues in the field of substance abuse research.

This course aims to orient the student to the place health and health professions play in modern cultures. Recognition of their own social assumptions and values and those of persons of different backgrounds is encouraged. Understanding, predicting, and changing dental patient behavior from a social standpoint is emphasized.

This course aims to improve the student's ability to communicate with patients and the public in an empathetic and professional manner. Methods of obtaining necessary health information from all types of patients are taught.

With the advice and approval of his or her faculty adviser, the second-year student may choose approved electives offered by the Department of Behavioral Science. The intent is to provide the student an opportunity for exploration and study in an area which supplements and/or complements required course work in the second-year curriculum. PASS-FAIL ONLY.

This advanced course in the treatment of dental fear is intended to prepare the student to manage very fearful dental patients. Topics covered include etiologies, diagnosis and types, relaxation and distraction, and case histories. Note: Scheduling for the course will take place outside of regularly scheduled clinic/class time.