PSY 270 - Psychology of Trauma

Institution:

Connecticut State Community College Asnuntuck

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Description:

This course is designed to introduce students to the field of psychological trauma. The course will include a brief history of the field, as well as current approaches to understanding trauma from cognitive, neuropsychological, developmental, and clinical viewpoints. It will explore topics such as childhood trauma, adult sexual assault, domestic violence, acts of war combat related disorders as well as natural disasters. We will use film and selected readings to explore these topics. If possible, outside speakers will be utilized. A disclaimer will be noted at the beginning of class concerning possible accidental traumatization of students because of the nature of the materials covered with distribution of a list of area providers of psychological services. Prerequisite: PSY* 111 or PSY* 112.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.acc.commnet.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 253-3000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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