FG 160 - The Psychology of Women:Women and Madness

Institution:

Colorado College

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Description:

What does it mean to be "mad" Is madness in the eyes of the beholder This course examines the concept of madness as it has been applied to women from historical, psychological, social and feminist perspectives. Our goal will be to critically examine the diagnostic criteria used by the psychiatric community and popular culture to case material and investigate the "logic" of madness, asking to what extent madness might be a reasonable response to unreasonable conditions. This course will include a careful consideration of the rising use of psychopharmacology, particularly in the treatment of depression in women. (Meets the Critical Perspectives: Diverse Cultures and Critiques requirement.) (Also listed as Psychology 160.) 1 unit - Waters.

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.coloradocollege.edu

Phone Number:

(719) 389-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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