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3.00 Credits
Selected counseling theories and techniques are examined in this course as they relate to the role of a human service worker. Emphasis is given to the skills needed for facilitating client self-exploration, self-understanding and change (3 Credits). Prerequisite: PSY 105
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the theories of career development and other vocational adjustment issues, emphasizing their application in career-guidance programs within educational institutions, social service agencies and places of employment. It explores career theories, vocational assessment instruments, career resources, computerized systems, labor market information and career-guidance programs in various settings (3 Credits). Prerequisite: PSY 105 Lackawanna College offers a series of one-credit courses designed to help students learn about and assimilate important health/wellness and career-related information and experience not normally presented in regular three-credit curricular offerings.
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3.00 Credits
Psychology is the scientific study of behavior and of underlying mental and physiological processes. Students are introduced to the goals of psychological science, the nature of scientific thinking, and the scientific methods psychologists use to study, explain, and predict animal and human behavior. A variety of content areas are discussed. Students apply their knowledge in weekly laboratory activities with animals and human participants, using various scientific methods. Offered: Every semester Staff
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to basic research design, measurement, and the use of descriptive and inferential statistics in psychological research. Topics include correlation, regression, reliability, validity, hypothesis testing, nonparametric techniques, and inferential statistics such as t-tests and analysis of variance. The Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) is presented and utilized in a computer component of the course. Prerequisite: Psychology 110 Offered: Every semester Staff
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3.00 Credits
Introduces students to methods used to conduct empirical research in psychology. Students learn how to design, conduct, analyze, and report psychological experiments that comprise the laboratory component. Students read professional journal articles of psychological research, developing skills in drawing critical conclusions and designing experiments of their own. Lecture/laboratory. Prerequisite: Psychology 120 or permission of instructor Offered: Every semester Staff
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the neurological, physiological, and psychological effects of psychoactive drugs, such as sedatives, stimulants, opiates, antidepressants, alcohol, and hallucinogens. The use of psychoactive drugs in treating mental disorders such as schizophrenia and manic-depressive illness is also explored. Prerequisite: Psychology 110 Gabel
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the major theories of personality including an evaluation of their strengths and weaknesses. Theories are applied to specific people in order to facilitate understanding how and why people behave. Current issues in personality research are also highlighted. Prerequisite: Psychology 110 or permission of instructor Basow
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3.00 Credits
This course examines current practices in diagnosing and treating mental illnesses and explores theories about the causes of these disorders. Major psychological disorders such as depression, substance abuse, and schizophrenia are evaluated in light of the latest research findings. Prerequisite: Psychology 110 or permission of instructor Basow, Swiatek
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3.00 Credits
Theories of development and the processes underlying physical, cognitive, social, and personality growth during infancy, childhood, and adolescence are examined. Research and practical applications related to changes in abilities and behavior are discussed. Prerequisite: Psychology 110 McGillicuddy-DeLisi
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3.00 Credits
This course adopts a biopsychosocial perspective on adult development and aging. It covers theoretical models of change during the adult years and research designs and methods that indicate sources of individual differences during adulthood. Selected topics include biological changes, intellectual abilities, physical and mental health, and interpersonal relationships in relation to adult development and aging. Prerequisite: Psychology 110 Bookwala
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