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This course is an in-depth study of the terminally ill person. Students will analyze the dying person's basic needs, psychological makeup, family situation and cultural background. Through class exercises and discussion, students will also explore their own feelings about death and dying and learn how these feelings affect their performance as caregivers.
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3.00 Credits
This course is an applied psychology course designed to help students improve their understanding and skills in dealing with people in various roles and at different levels in the organization. Theories and principles of psychology are used to address problems of motivation, morale, productivity, leadership, communication and stress management in the workplace. In addition, case studies are used to understand organizational culture group dynamics, the unique pressures of minorities, women and the handicapped in organizational settings. Cross-cultural practices, as well as the challenges of a high-technology society, are also considered. Field work and exercises related to career goals complete this course.
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3.00 Credits
The student will demonstrate an understanding of development from birth through adolescence. Emphasis will be placed on different theoretical views of development and reactions to them. The student will validate important concepts with theories, laboratory experience and research findings. (Prerequisite: PSYC 105 or PSYC 106)
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The student will demonstrate an understanding of human development in the second half of the life cycle. Emphasis will be placed on a lifespan perspective of important developmental tasks encountered during young adulthood, middle age and later life, such as deciding on a career, selecting a mate, adjusting to parenthood, adjusting to a decline in physical ability, establishing new life patterns in retirement, etc. Information will come from theory, research and first-hand observation. (Prerequisite: PSYC 105 or PSYC 106)
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3.00 Credits
This course in Life Span Human Development examines age changes in behavior from conception through the end of the life cycle. Milestones in physical, cognitive and social development are charted for each stage of the life cycle. We will see how each unique life structure is shaped by numerous internal and external influences. By integrating experimental research findings with theories and case studies, students will be able to refine their own developmental perspective. Principles of human development, theoretical perspectives and experimental research data will be measured against each student's own experiences and personal observations. (Prerequisite: PSYC 105 or PSYC 106)
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3.00 Credits
In this course, students are introduced to the major thinkers, concepts, and trends within the field of personality study. This is accomplished via an introduction to the ideas of selected major personality theorists from the history of western psychology. Emphasis will be placed upon understanding how these theorists view the development of personality and the implications of each theory's assumptions regarding human nature. Students are asked to grapple with such fundamental questions as: What is personality? What factors may influence the development of personality? How are various personality theories similar and different? How are individual personalities similar and different? (Prerequisite: PSYC 106)
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3.00 Credits
Following the development of an understanding of how the Human Service philosophy is translated into action, the student will learn the skills of program planning and grant writing. Students will also investigate the local service delivery system and acquire a comprehensive overview of the resources available in Monmouth County through research and guest lectures. Service-learning is an option in this course. (Prerequisite: PSYC 111 for Human Services Program majors)
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3.00 Credits
The student will consider basic strategies for helping: interviewing, individual and group counseling. Competency will be evaluated through the use of videotapes, discussion and individual participation and practice. The student will be required to spend 30 hours in an internship to develop and practice the skills learned in class. Service-learning is an option in this course. (Prerequisites: PSYC 105 or PSYC 106; PSYC 111 required for Human Services Program majors)
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3.00 Credits
The student will demonstrate knowledge of the description, natural history and psychodynamics of various types of abnormal behavior in order to function effectively as a member of a treatment team. Students are required to spend 10 hours in field work to practice observation skills. (Prerequisites: PSYC 105 or PSYC 106; PSYC 111 required for Human Services Program majors)
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3.00 Credits
This second level course is devoted to the scientific study of how thoughts, feelings and behaviors of individuals are affected by other people. It is a survey of the field of social psychology with a special emphasis on defining and explaining prejudice. Students study what psychologists have learned through research into social perception, social influence, interpersonal attraction, helping and hurting behaviors, group dynamics and other fundamental topics in social psychology. The information acquired is then applied to an examination of the origins of prejudice, characteristics of prejudiced persons, the impact of prejudice on targeted groups, the individuals involved with prejudice and on society in general. While based primarily on a lecture format, this course also involves use of the internet for research, planned assignments and communication with the instructor and other students. (Prerequisite: PSYC 105 or PSYC 106 with a grade of "C"or higher)
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