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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
This course provides students an introduction to the theoretical and applied aspects of the psychology of sport and exercise. Students explore both historical and contemporary developments in the field as well as examine human behavior within the context of sport, exercise, and physical activity. Topics for this course include leadership, coaching, group processes, techniques for performance enhancement, promoting wellness, psychopathology in sport, and contemporary issues in psychology.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides students with an opportunity to examine the impact of alcohol abuse and alcohol addiction upon the individual, family systems, different ethnic groups and society as a whole. These impacts include physical, cognitive, legal and emotional aspects.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the domestic environment from an interpersonal, physical, emotional and social perspective, evaluating the historical and cultural changes regarding the beliefs, values and norms regarding violence within a domestic environment, among its members and the risk factors for domestic abuse. A review of the components of the criminal justice system will present the evolution of and contemporary foundation for social policy, legal response and enforcement strategies in response to incidents of domestic violence. The unique challenges and responses to the most vulnerable and protected classes of individuals, including the disabled, elderly, LGBTQ family members and children, exposed to domestic violence will be considered. Additionally this course will provide an overview of the differing types of community intervention programs, their techniques and strategies for responding to a domestic violence situation.
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3.00 Credits
This class is designed to undertake a scientific study of the development of the individual from prenatal beginnings through the early stages of adolescence.
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3.00 Credits
This course discusses personality and its relationship to healthy adjustment to everyday problems, along with an inquiry into aspects of behavioral disorders relating to emotional maladjustments. Emphasis is placed on the application of learning, motivation, and personality theory of personal adjustment.
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3.00 Credits
This course presents an introduction to abnormal psychology by focusing on the issues and questions confronting mental health professionals. Students will examine human behaviors and mental phenomena that diverge widely from the normal.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces students to the psychology of human interaction. Students will examine socialization, attitudes, group processes and social influence.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces students to psychological principles and theories within the workplace. Topics include I/O history and research methods, attitudes and behaviors of employees/employers, interpersonal relationships within the workplace, structure of organizational policies, employer/employee motivation and leadership, context/culture, and the climate of organizations. Additional areas of I/O Psychology will be reviewed as appropriate.
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3.00 Credits
This course is an exploration of the creative unconscious through individual growth. Myths, dreams, symbols, and their meanings are explored through the use of theory, symbolic work using personal journals, artistic or musical expressions, and group process. Theorists including Carl Jung, Joseph Campbell, and James Hillman will be examined.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides cross-cultural experiences while witnessing traditional ways of life in a foreign country. Students are introduced to local flora, fauna, religious practices, education, healing rituals, architecture, technology, art, music, and dance. Upon completion of this course, students develop an understanding of other cultures and their place in modern society. PSYC 2460 meets the Global Diversity requirement for NWCCD but does not meet a general education requirement at UW.
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