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  • PY 4520: Family Dynamics

    4.00 Credits
    SUNY College at Old Westbury

    This course studies family structure, process, and assessment from various perspectives such as psychoanalytic theory, family systems theory, and Afrocentric theory. The impact of culture, race, sexual orientation, social class, disability and institutional oppression on family functioning and family style are examined. Prerequisites: PY2010; EMS
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  • PY 4560: Psychology Traumatization

    4.00 Credits
    SUNY College at Old Westbury

    Psychological Traumatization: Causes, Consequences, Prevention & Treatment. The psychological impacts of violence (e.g., assualt, war, terrorism) and natural and human-caused disasters (e.g., hurricanes, earthquakes, motor vehicle accidents, industrial accidents) on individuals, families, and communities are widespread and devastating. This course explores current understandings of the causes, symptoms, and psychological and biological mechanisms of psychological "traumatization." The value of early intervention for victims aimed at preventing long-lasting effects and of treatment of those who have been traumatized (e.g., "post- traumatic stress disorder") will be discussed. The course will also examine the impact and community response to large scale disasters and violence and will seek to place the current interest in traumatization in historical and cultural perspective. Prerequisites: PY2010; EMS; PY3310 or PY4310 rec.
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  • PY 4610: Clinical Neuropsychology

    4.00 Credits
    SUNY College at Old Westbury

    This course is intended to give an in-depth and extensive survey of the assessment, diagnosism and treatment of pathologies such as schizophrenia, depression and Alzheimer's Disease. The course will examine the neuropsychological bases of clinical pathology, the mechanism of drug action, and an introduction to clinical testing procedures. Offered according to demand. Prerequisites: PY2010, either a second psychology course or BS2400; PY3610 recommended; EMS.
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  • PY 4720: Psychology of Women

    4.00 Credits
    SUNY College at Old Westbury

    An advanced course in the development of girl's and women's gender identity and the relevance of psychological theory and research to women's political and socio-economic status and to agendas for change. The perspectives of women from diverse racial, cultural, and socio-economic background and with varying family relationships and sexual orientations will be included. Selected topics may include biological development, work, friendship, aging, the media, gender differences, and violence and abuse. Prerequisites: PY2010;PY2720,PY3210orPY3220orED4742or a Women's Studies course or Instructor permission;EMS
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  • PY 4730: Africian-Amer Family Dynamics

    4.00 Credits
    SUNY College at Old Westbury

    This course will explore the historical, social, political, and psychological factors which have impacted on the development and functioning of African-American families in the United States, with a focus on patterns of interaction. Emphasis will be placed on the strengths, adaptability and healthy functioning of these families. Research and media representations will be critically analyzed. Public policy issues will also be discussed in detail. Offered according to demand. Prerequisite: EMS.
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  • PY 5210: Advanced Perspec in Dev Psy

    4.00 Credits
    SUNY College at Old Westbury

    An in-depth examination of original articles and books on research and theory about specific periods such as infancy, early childhood, middle childhood, adolescence, adulthood, and later life. Through the interaction of biological, cognitive, social and psychological factors, the impact of race, cultural, gender, and socio-economic background will be explored. Topics may include research methods, educational policies, moral behavior, identity, relationships, and work. Note: Course in developmental PY rec Prerequisites: EMS; rec to be taken concurrently or after completion of PY4100 or PY4110
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  • PY 5310: Approaches to Psychotherapy

    4.00 Credits
    SUNY College at Old Westbury

    A critical analysis of approaches to psychotherapy Theoretical and practical issues are discussed in the seminar covering major applications psychological theories to the practice of psychotherapy. Novel theories and techniques are considered, as well as more traditional models. Note: To be taken after completion of 24 cr PY Prerequisites: EMS; rec to be taken concurrently or after completion of PY4100 or PY4110
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  • PY 5320: Adv Issues in Clinical Psy

    4.00 Credits
    SUNY College at Old Westbury

    An in-depth examination of selected current topics in clinical psychology. Topics include developments in person personality theory, applications of personality theory to clinical practice, current theories of psychopathology and treatment, trends in psychological asessment, and trends in mental health policy. Prerequisites: EMS; rec to be taken concurrently or after completion of PY4100 or PY4110
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  • PY 5330: Topics in Personality Theory

    4.00 Credits
    SUNY College at Old Westbury

    An in-depth examination of selected topics in personality theory. Topics may include psychometric issues in personality measurement, classification of personality development and change, cross-cultural issues in personality theory, clinical personality assessment and the interface between personality and family and sociocultural context. This course is organized around the development, diagnosis and psychotherapy treatment of personaity disorders. Students conduct a literature search and write a substantial paper in the area of the psychology of personality, which is presented in the class. May be taken after 24 credits in pyschology; recommeded to be taken concurrently or after completion of PY4100 or 4110. Prerequisites: PY3110 & PY3120; EMS
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  • PY 5410: The Psychology of Language

    4.00 Credits
    SUNY College at Old Westbury

    This course examines language and language functions from a cross-cultural perspective. Students are introduced to the elements of psycholinguistics, neurobiology of language processing and comprehension, and the development and evolution of language systems. Prerequisites: EMS; rec to be taken concurrently or after completion of PY4100 or PY4110
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