PSY 4174A - Psychology of Women

Institution:

Dowling College (Closed)

Subject:

Description:

3 credits This course examines the biological, cognitive, social, and emotional experiences women encounter within culture from a psychological per spective. The female experience will be examined through the lifespan touching on topics such as the multicultural experiences women have; the meaning and significance of difference when discussing male-female dif ference; biological maturation; cultural expectations of women regarding abilities and identities; the effect that gender may have on communication styles, friendships, romantic relationships; work, family, issues of equity, discrimination and sexual harassment; the impact that gender may have on women's physical and mental health, illness and healing; and the impact of culture on the myths and scripts for women growing older. Offered: 2008 - 2010.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.DOWLING.EDU

Phone Number:

(631) 244-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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