PSYC 3700 - Altruism and Aggression

Institution:

Webster University

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Description:

Examines antecedents of aggressive behavior--why people aggress and what steps can be taken to prevent or control this destructive behavior. Topics to be covered may include child abuse, racially based violence, terrorism, antisocial personalities (i.e., psychopath), sexual aggression, spousal abuse, drugs and aggression, and the media's impact on violence. Also explores the conditions that lead to helping behavior. The role of empathy, gender, race, and attractiveness in bystander intervention will be examined. The concept of true altruism (i.e., helping without regard to potential rewards) will also be debated. Prerequisites: PSYC 1100 and 6 credit hours of psychology; or permission of the instructor.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.webster.edu

Phone Number:

(314) 961-2660

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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