PSY 206 - Psychology of Women

Institution:

Hilbert College

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(previously called Psychology of Gender) Over the last decades, the psychology of women and women’s studies has grown from courses given occasionally in colleges and universities to major fields with scholarly recognition. There has also been an explosion in the number of research articles on women. The aim of this class is to explore a thorough discussion of the wide range of topics germane to the psychology of women and women’s lives. Through a developmental and topical approach, this class will cover such topics as the intersection of women and race, ethnicity, class and sexual orientation. These topics will be explored through a historical perspective, as well as from a psychosocial and cultural perspective. Also discussed are current clinical topics such as elder abuse, female infanticide, gay bashing, eating disorders, gender issues in stress and pain, and physical and mental health.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hilbert.edu

Phone Number:

(716) 649-7900

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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