SYLLABUS-- CAM for Managing Anxiety

Instructor: Susan Harrill

Contact Information: SusanHarrill.weebly.com
Meeting Platform: Online (Zoom)
Meeting times: January 7@ 8pm
January 14 @ 8 pm
January 21 @ 8pm

Welcome to “CAM for Managing Anxiety”! This is a three-week online series designed

to teach you alternative methods for assisting in managing symptoms of anxiety. This syllabus

will be your roadmap for the upcoming weeks as we delve into diverse practices including

meditation, yoga, and acupuncture. I look forward to our time together!

Course Objectives:

Upon completion of this series, participants will be able to:

1. Distinguish between different CAM practices

2. Understand the science behind CAM practices

3. Independently complete meditations and beginners yoga to be applied into daily routines.

B. Technology Requirements:

● Computer, Laptop, or Smart Device with Audio and Visual capabilities

● Internet connection

● Email Address (to access Zoom Meeting Platform Invites)

C. Instructional Strategies:

CAM for Anxiety is participant-centered and focuses on collaborative learning, with the

instructor acting as a facilitator. While the instructor acts as a guide, there will be opportunities

for student involvement as well as time dedicated to interactive experiences.

D. Agendas

Week 1:

Welcome

Intro to CAM

Intro to Meditation

Meditation Applied to Anxiety (the research)

10 Minute Mindfulness Meditation Video

Open Discussion on Benefits of Practice

Homework assignment→ listen to more guided meditations!

Wrap-up/ Q and A

Week 2:

Welcome

Intro to Yoga

Yoga Applied to Anxiety (the research)

15 minute Yoga for Beginners video

Open Discussion on Benefits of Practice

Homework Assignment→ yoga at home

(**practice responsible so as not to injure yourself**)

 Wrap-up/ Q and A

Week 3

Welcome

History and Intro to Accupuncture

Accupuncture Applied to Anxiety (the research)

5 minute break

Virtual Q and A with an acupuncturist

Homework→ Find out about practitioners in your community/ independently

research

Series Conclusion

If you have any questions or concerns please reach out through the “contact” box at:

www.SusanHarrill.weebly.com.

Or come with questions to be answered live!