PSYCHOLOGY 223 - Death,Dying and Bereavement

Institution:

City Colleges of Chicago-Wilbur Wright College

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Description:

This course will introduce students to psychological problems, issues, facts, theories, opinions, and controversies pertaining to death or loss, the dying process, and bereavement as a response to loss. It will deal with societal values, institutions, psychological variables, the nature of dying and bereavement, the effects of loss on the surviving individual, adjustment and problems, relevant behavioral and emotional reactions, and alternatives to societal institutions surrounding death. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Placement test, or English 100 with a C or better, or Consent of Department Chairperson. 150 minutes per week. 3 credit hours.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

ccc.edu/colleges/wright/pages/default.aspx

Phone Number:

(773) 777-7900

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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