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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
This course provides the student with a broad theoretical and practical basis for the understanding of this dynamic period of development. Theoretical models are reviewed within the context of important issues of the adolescent experience. Cultural differences and similarities will also be presented throughout the course. Prerequisite: PSY* 111 or PSY* 112 or permission of instructor.
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This course examines contemporary and cultural attitudes toward death and dying, and the process of grief and loss. Students are provided with the opportunity to understand the approach toward death from psychological, sociological, moral, and ethical perspectives. A number of issues of the multifaceted concept of death are explored including: death of children, death due to accidents, factors that precipitate death, the personal struggle of the terminally ill, and the impact of death on the family and significant others. The ethical issue of terminating life is also explored. (Formerly PSY 280: Psychology of Death and Dying.) Prerequisite: PSY* 111.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines leading psychological theories and issues about women in contemporary society. Consideration is given to societal expectations and personality development as well as to achievement motivation and identity formation. (Formerly PSY 222.)
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3.00 Credits
This course examines concepts and issues in the field of Health Psychology. Students will have the opportunity to learn a variety of research methods that are used in evaluating the impact of acute and chronic diseases on both the individual and society. In addition, students focus on a number of behaviors that comprise an individual's ability to live a long and productive life. Students discuss a number of preventative programs designed to improve the quality of life. Prerequisite: PSY* 111 or PSY* 112 or permission of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
This course surveys the physiology of the dreaming process in the context of stages of sleep and the neurobiology of dream states. The psychology of Freud, Jung and Gestalt psychologists will be applied to an understanding of the dream process and the interpretations of dreams. The course will also examine the influence of culture and myth upon the dreaming process and the dreamer. Prerequisite: PSY* 111 or PSY* 112.
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3.00 Credits
This course covers the basic theories of learning and teaching. The focus of the course will be on the learning process and related ideas such as development, individual differences, cognitive, effective learning environments, motivation and exceptionalities. Students will also be exposed to a variety of theoretical constructs that pertain to learning and the educational environment.
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3.00 Credits
A survey of theory and research in social psychology, including the topics of conformity, obedience, attitudes and persuasion, group dynamics, the self, forming impressions and explaining behavior, altruism, aggression, romantic attraction, prejudice, and social conflict. Prerequisite: PSY* 112.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the nature of personality and practical implications for everyday living from the viewpoints of major personality theorists. The psychodynamic, behavioristic, ego psychology, humanistic, and transpersonal models are included. (Formerly PSY 203: Psychology of Personality.) Prerequisite: PSY* 111 or Permission of Instructor.
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3.00 Credits
This course is an inquiry into social and cultural perspectives of abnormal behavior, focusing on clinical situations, causal factors, therapy, and the outcomes of various maladaptive behaviors. Contemporary approaches to assessment, treatment, and prevention of abnormal behavior are considered. (Formerly PSY 204: Abnormal Behavior.) Prerequisite: PSY* 111.
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3.00 Credits
This course explores current information, attitudes, and place of sexuality as a positive and enriching force in life. Biological origins, psychological determinants, social factors, and various forms of sexual expression are considered. (Formerly PSY 201: Human Sexuality.) Prerequisite: PSY* 111 or PSY* 112.
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