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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the field of developmental psychology, this course focuses on the psychological development of normal children. Topics include infancy, cognitive development, social development, the history of child psychology, research methods, theories of development, genetic and prenatal influences on children's behavior, behavior disorders in children, and psychotherapy with children. Prerequisite: PSY101.
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3.00 Credits
Psychological and physiological factors related to human sexual behavior and feelings are examined in this course. The student will become acquainted with contemporary research findings and theory in the area and will have the opportunity to understand better the dynamics of sexual relationships and to learn to communicate more comfortably and constructively with others regarding sexual beliefs, behaviors, and feelings.
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3.00 Credits
This course concerns measurement and statistical concepts in behavioral research. Measurement scales, data organization, central tendency, variability, standard scores, probability, normal distribution, Z, t-test, F-ratio, analysis of variance, chi square, r, and rho are discussed. Students learn to use SPSS. Appropriate applications to psychological studies are emphasized. Prerequisite: PSY101.
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4.00 Credits
This course is an introduction to the scientific method and to psychology as a science. Hypothesis testing, research designs and data collection methods, internal and external validity are discussed. Laboratory exercises are used to illustrate the appropriate application of methods and to provide data for analysis and written reports. Proper APA style for reporting of research is emphasized. Students prepare a formal proposal for a research project to be carried out in PSY323. Prerequisites: PSY101 and PSY321.
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3.00 Credits
Students complete the research project they designed in PSY322. SPSS and APA style are reviewed. Prerequisite: PSY322.
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3.00 Credits
The course examines theory and research regarding social influences on individual behavior and considers applications in areas such as aggression, attitudes, attribution, conformity, leadership, persuasion, and intergroup behavior. Prerequisite: PSY101.
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3.00 Credits
The purpose of this course is to enable the student to learn more about personality and interpersonal behavior, including his or her own, through firsthand experience in a laboratory setting. The course is unusual in its format. After the first day, the class meets each time as a self-observational group in which each member of the group assumes responsibility for observing and building a shared understanding of the processes occurring within the group. Toward this end, each member of the group is encouraged to contribute thoughts and feelings concerning events in the group, support others in contributing thoughts and feelings concerning events in the group, and notice connections among actions, thoughts, and feelings in the group. Recordings of each meeting are available to members of the group for review and analysis. In readings and papers, students become familiar with a variety of theoretical perspectives and observational methods useful in understanding the processes occurring in the group. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an overview of the psychological variables that influence health, illness, and responses to illness. Students will have an opportunity to apply the theories and models they study by designing health promotion programs that can be implemented in various community settings. Prerequisite: PSY101.
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3.00 Credits
This seminar is designed to provide students with information about the physiological aspects of neuroactive drugs in relation to mind and behavior. The course begins with a basic overview of neurophysiology, neurochemistry, and neuroanatomy before exploring the history and biological actions of the major classes of psychoactive drugs.
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3.00 Credits
This course is an introduction to the relationship between the nervous system and behavior. Emphasis is first placed on neural, sensory, and motor functioning. Students then gain greater understanding of the biological underpinnings of more complex behaviors such as circadian rhythms, thirst and hunger, reproductive behaviors, emotional responses, stress, and learning and memory. Prerequisites: BY101 and BY102.
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