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3.00 Credits
A topically-based seminar featuring an in-depth analysis of a particular public policy issue as seen from the perspective of the legal factors and considerations associated with that issue-area. The content of the seminar varies and students may repeat the class for credit as the topic of the course changes. (Cross-listed as Honors 300).
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
No course description available.
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3.00 Credits
A survey of basic concepts, issues and areas of psychology. It introduces students to a scientific approach to understanding behavior. It is a prerequisite for all other psychology course
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3.00 Credits
This course follows the biological, psychological, social and spiritual model of health and wellness. While disease prevention, health-related research and rehabilitation issues are discussed, the main focus of the course is on exploring the mind-body-spirit connections. This course will also examine the latest literature in the area of disease-prone and disease-resistant personality.
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3.00 Credits
It has been estimated that 70 to 90% of medical and psychological office visits are due to stress-related conditions. The purpose of this course is twofold. During the first half of the course, the psychobiology of stress and the effects of exposure to prolonged stress are discussed. The second half of the course focuses on specific stress-related conditions and their psychophysiological treatments. This course involves laboratory work in psychophysiology.
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3.00 Credits
An exploration of the historic connections between Psychology and Religion which are understood as foundational to both disciplines in Western thought. Students explore the work of William James, Carl Jung and other theorists and apply their understanding of religious phenomena and experience to both patterns of praxis and thought. The class probes the role of mysticism, prayer and meditation as manifestations of religion that can be best understood through the application of psychology.
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3.00 Credits
Positive Psychology examines empirically informed perspectives on what makes life worth living. It addresses aspects of the human condition that lead to happiness and a purposeful life. This course will provide an overview of the research and applications in the field of Positive Psychology. Topics will include happiness, resiliency, optimism, relationships, self-efficacy, goals and optimal performance, well-being, gratitude, character strength, motivation and flow, positive coping, and mindfulness.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to help students acquire an understanding of a variety of issues affecting family functioning. Issues discussed will range from couples issues, stages of relationships, codependency in relationships, communication skills and how they affect the family dynamic, work and families, blended/stepfamilies, parenting styles, and different theories of family therapy.
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4.00 Credits
An introduction to the scientific field of research and data analysis that is required for working in any area of psychology. Topics include qualitative and quantitative experimental methods, selection of subjects, validity and ethical considerations, literature searches, and composing APA-style documents. The SPSS computer package will be introduced along with descriptive statistics, and mini-field experiments will be conducted. This course MUST be taken the semester immediately before PSY 212. Students must receive a grade of C or better in PSY 211 before going on to PSY 212. This course is for declared psychology majors only.
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4.00 Credits
A continuation of the exploration of the scientific field of psychology research and data analysis. Topics include theory, computation, and application of various descriptive and inferential (nonparametric and parametric) statistics. The SPSS computer package will be used for each data analysis method, and data analyses will be tied to specific research designs and mini-field experiments. This course MUST be taken immediately after PSY 211. Students must receive a grade of C or better in PSY 211 before going on to PSY 212.This course is for declared psychology majors only.
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