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1.00 Credits
The study of experimental methods in physiological psychology. In addition to exploring issues related to the ethics, design, measurement, analysis and reporting of research, laboratory topics may include: neuroanatomy, behavioral responses to pharmacological and/or surgical interventions, electrophysiology, neuropsychology, neurochemistry and histology. Mr. Bean, Mr. Holloway. Prerequisites: Psychology 200, and 241 or 243. Regular laboratory work. Enrollment limited.
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An introduction to contemporary approaches to understanding personality. The focus of the course is on evaluating recent theories and research that attempt to uncover the underlying dimensions that distinguish one person from another. Emphasis is placed on understanding behavior in interactions with others; the development of personality over time; and people's intuitive theories about personality, including their own. Mr. Clifton, Mr. Cornelius, Ms. Ma, Ms. Morrow, Ms. Trumbetta, Ms. Tugade. Prerequisite: Psychology 200.
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(Same as Physical Education 255) This course assesses the factors that influence behaviors related to participation in sports. The relationships of individual differences, attention, arousal, anxiety, and motivation, team cohesion, leadership, and audience effects on sports performance may be addressed. Mr. Bean. Prerequisites: Psychology 105, 106 or Cognitive Science 100 and at least one of Psychology 201, 205, 221, 241, 243, 253. Not offered in 2008/09.
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3.00 Credits
The study of research methods in personality and individual differences. Every stage of research is considered: the generation of hypotheses; the operationalization of variables; the collection, analysis, and evaluation of data; and the communication of results. The focus is on the development of skills necessary for evaluating, designing, and conducting research. Mr. Clifton, Ms. Ma, Ms. Morrow, Ms. Trumbetta, Ms. Tugade. Prerequisites: Psychology 200 and 253. Regular laboratory work. Enrollment limited..
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1.00 Credits
A survey of research and theory concerning the nature, origins, and treatment of major psychological disorders. The course considers behavioral, biological, cognitive and psychodynamic approaches to understanding psychopathology. Topics may include schizophrenia, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, childhood disorders, and personality disorders. Mr. Clifton, Ms. Morrow, Ms. Trumbetta Prerequisites: by permission only. Majors should have already taken Psychology 200 and either 221, 223, 241, or 243. Non-majors should consult with the instructor.
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1.00 Credits
This course explores genetic contributions to complex behavioral phenotypes. Its primary focus is on genetic contributions to human behavior with some attention to comparative and evolutionary genetics. Quantitative methods are emphasized. Ms. Trumbetta Prerequisites: Psychology 200 and either 241, 243 or 253. Not offered in 2008/09.
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1.00 Credits
This course focuses on understanding the psychological factors involved in how people stay healthy, why people become ill, and how they respond when they become ill. This course takes a biopsychosocial approach to health psychology and considers research and theory related to health promotion, illness prevention, and behavior change. Topics may include health enhancing and health damaging behaviors, pain management, stress and coping, emotion regulation, and a variety of specific behavior-related illnesses. Ms. Morrow Prerequisites: Psychology 105/106 Not offered in 2008/09.
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3.00 Credits
Individuals or group field projects or internships, with prior approval of the adviser and the instructor who supervises the work. May be elected during the college year or during the summer. The department.
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3.00 Credits
Individual or group studies with prior approval of the adviser and of the instructor who supervises the work. May be elected during the college year or during the summer. The department.
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1.00 Credits
This course takes the study of statistical methodology beyond what students encounter in the standard basic-level statistics course. Emphasis is placed on concepts and procedures of multivariate analysis, such as those pertaining to analysis of variance, analysis of covariance, multivariate chi-square, log-linear analysis, multiple regression, and factor analysis. Ms. Ma. Prerequisite: Psychology 200 and one research methods course in Psychology or any other of the natural sciences. Not offered in 2008/09.
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