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3.00 Credits
This course provides an introduction to the scientific study of psychopathology. We will consider contemporary approaches to defining abnormal behavior and the current diagnostic system, DSM-IV-TR. For each disorder, we will examine its essential features, associated characteristics, prevalence, course, and etiology. We will give special attention to how genetic, biological, and psychosocial factors contribute to and maintain maladaptive behavior over time. We will also examine both pharmacological and psychosocial treatments for each disorder. This course is especially designed for students interested in clinical/counseling psychology, psychiatry, social work, neuropsychology, or other helping professions. Prerequisite: PSYC 100.(4 credits)
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3.00 Credits
Provides the student with research experience on problems of relevance to abnormal psychology. Must be taken concurrently with Psychology 250. Prerequisites: PSYC 100 and PSYC 200. (Not offered 2008-2009) (3 Credits)
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3.00 Credits
A survey of psychological and biological aspects of sexuality. Topics include prenatal sexual differentiation, sexual anatomy, physiology of sexual response, contraceptive behavior, sexually transmissible infections, sexual dysfunction, and cancer and other diseases of the reproductive system. Prerequisite: PSYC 100.(4 credits)
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
A general category used only in the evaluation of transfer credit. (1-4 credits)
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3.00 Credits
Seminars are designed for majors in special areas within Psychology. Content will vary with staff and student interest. Typically, seminars include lecture/discussion and student presentations. Prerequisites: PSYC 100, 200, a 200-level research course and junior or senior status.(4 credits)
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3.00 Credits
This course reviews psychological research and theories on women. Topics include sex bias in psychological research, gender differences and similarities in personality and abilities, lifespan development, problems of adjustment and psychotherapy, language and communication, women's health, female sexuality, and violence against women (rape and wife battering). Prerequisite:s PSYC 100, PSYC 200, and junior or senior status, or consent of instructor. (Not offered 2008-2009) (4 Credits)
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3.00 Credits
The study of significant and contemporary psychological topics and perspectives at the advanced level. May be taken more than once for credit, unless otherwise noted. Prerequisite: PSYC 100.(4 credits)
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3.00 Credits
This course begins with an overview of the ways in which psychoactive drugs work, including discussions of pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, neuronal function and neurotransmitters, dose-response functions, tolerance and sensitization and toxicity. Agonistic and antagonistic drug effects are then studied, including the specific ways in which neurotransmitters may be effected by such actions. In the second half of the course, specific drugs used in the treatment of psychological disorders are studied in detail, including drugs to treat anxiety disorders, clinical depression and schizophrenia. Finally, "recreational" drug use is examined, including discussions of alcohol and marijuana. Issues of drugs, society and behavior are emphasized throughout the semester. Prerequisite: PSYC 100.(4 credits)
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3.00 Credits
An intensive survey of experimental research on fundamental emotional-cognitive processes of learning and memory, with a focus on how those processes manifest themselves in, influence, and determine behavior. Theory, research, implications and applications pertaining to the basic principles of behavior are emphasized. The course, and learning/conditioning research traditionally, is valuable because of the use of models to understand learning about biologically and emotionally-significant experiences. Unconscious learning and seemingly irrational reactions are considered in depth. Much of the course content is relevant to applied topics such as behavior modification, substance abuse problems, anxiety, depression, other behavior disorders, education and parenting practices. Prerequisite: PSYC 100.(4 credits)
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3.00 Credits
Offers the student experience conducting research in and/or out of the learning laboratory, using a variety of methods. Research requires time outside of class. Some work with live animals is usually involved. Must be taken concurrently with 310. Prerequisites: PSYC 100, PSYC 200, and one 200-level research course.(3 credits)
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