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A survey of basic drug effects on behavior. Topics include pharmacological basis of drug action, drugs used as psychotropic agents, drugs that are in common usage, and drugs of abuse. Prerequisites: PS 215 Credits: 3 cr. Misc. Notes: PS 274 Physiological Psychology is recommended prior to taking this course.
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A comprehensive introduction to perception from an information processing point of view. All perceptual systems will be included, but the course emphasis will be on visual perception. Prerequisites: PS 215 Credits: 3 cr.
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This course examines research and theories in the field of Personality and offers an in-depth critical analysis of those theories that attempt a comprehensive understanding of the personally relevant and meaningful aspects of human behavior. Prerequisites: PS 215 or permission of the instructor Credits: 4 cr.
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This course explores current psychological perspectives on the nature of adult intimate relationships. Major concepts to be examined include emotional intimacy, love, sexuality, relationship satisfaction, attachment, communication patterns, independence vs. interdependence, partner abuse and violence, family structure, and models of couple therapy. Prerequisites: PS 215 Credits: 4 cr.
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This course examines a wide range of topics related to the connection between sports and psychology, approached from the perspectives of both academic and applied sports psychologists. Students are expected to use critical thought in the application of previously learned theories/concepts in psychology. This course examines a variety of topics, including but not limited to motivation, aggression, violence, substance abuse, hazing, coaching, sexuality, Title IX, gender, and race. Prerequisites: PS 215 Credits: 3 cr.
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An in-depth examination of children's early cognitive development. Theoretical perspectives and current empirical research will be used to explore developmental advances in such areas as representation, memory, concept formation, and problem solving. Prerequisites: PS 215 (PS 252 or ED 251 recommended) Credits: 4 cr.
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An introduction to measurement in psychology. The course will give students a firm foundation in test standardization, administration and evaluation. Students will take and evaluate a variety of intelligence, occupational and personality tests during the semester. A class project will also introduce students to the principles of reliability and validity as they apply to psychological measurement. Prerequisites: PS 215 and at least junior standing Credits: 3 cr. Laboratory Fee: yes
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An introduction and critical analysis of the major theories of psychotherapy. Basic tenets of major theoretical approaches will be examined and an understanding of these approaches will include the context of race, culture and gender. Students will have the opportunity to integrate theory into practice. Prerequisites: PS 215 Credits: 4 cr.
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Educational Psychology involves applying the methods of psychology to study classroom and school life. This course will examine in depth "what people think and do as they teach and learn."Prerequisites: PS 215 Credits: 4 cr.
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Theory and research on the psychological aspects of physical health and illness will be examined. The interrelationships between behavior, emotion, stress, lifestyle, and illness including psychological factors and interventions for prevention, in disorders such as hypertension, coronary artery disease, headache, asthma, and immune system dysfunction will be discussed. Students will complete a "health genealogy" project in which he/she will gather information on lifestyle risk factors and disease mortality and morbidity of family members to improve his/her own quality of life (physical and psychological).Prerequisites: PS 215 Credits: 4 cr.
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