COMM 375 - Communication in Family and Close Relationships

This course provides a broad overview of communication theories and issues found in close relationships, marriage, and family, and how those relationships are affected specifically by concerns and situations related to a health context. Topics include relationship development and maintenance when serious or chronic illness is present, social support and its affect on health, intimacy and intimacy-related uncertainty associated with serious and/or infectious illness, communication and aging, the impacts of health on relationships, loneliness, and bereavement.

Credits 3