PSYC 142 - Seminar in the Psychology of Women

Institution:

Drew University

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Description:

A review of research focusing on women. Draws upon findings from the various subfields of psychology, including stereotyping, the social construction of gender, female personality development, women and mental health, gender differences in brain lateralization, hormonal influences on behavior, the psychology of women's health, and coping with victimization. Considers how psychological methodology enhances (or obfuscates) our knowledge about women's lives and experiences. The interface between psychology of women as a subfield of psychology and mainstream psychology is explored. Amount of credit established at time of registration. Signature of instructor required for registration. Prerequisite: PSYC 3. Offered spring semester in even-numbered years.

Credits:

2.00 - 4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.drew.edu

Phone Number:

(973) 408-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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