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3.00 Credits
The study of psychological principles used in Human Resource Management. The course will provide the student with a working knowledge of individual and group levels of organizational behavior and how to effectively manage the various types and levels of behavior within an organizational setting. Topics explored in the course include but are not limited to; individual and group behavior, organizational culture and structure and processes as they relate to performance and satisfaction in organizations. Topics under discussion at the individual level will include; attitudes, personalities, perception, motivation, diversity and ethics. Topics under discussion at the group level will include; organizational culture and structure, communication, decision making processes, conflict management, change, and stress and group dynamics. Prerequisite: PSYC 150. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: (1) Explore psychological concepts as they apply to individuals and groups in organizations. (2) Analyze the impact of individual behavior on organizational culture, structure and processes. (3) Analyze the impact of organizational culture, structure and process on individual performance, behavior, job satisfaction and engagement. (4) Develop methods to monitor and manage the relationship of individuals in organizations to enhance organizational success.
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3.00 Credits
A survey of the psychology of religion and spirituality, with an examination of biological aspects of religious and spiritual experience, developmental theories of religion, the phenomenology of religious and spiritual experience, religious virtues and values, and religious coping. Course Objectives (1) Describe and evaluate research on the biological dimensions of religious and spiritual experiance (2) Describe and evaluate models of religious development across the life-span. (3) Discuss the phenomenology of religious and spiritual experiances. (4) Define and discuss religious concepts of virtue and values. (5) Describe and evaluate research on religious coping.
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to psychological theories of development , personality, and social psychology as they pertain to descriptions and explanations of malevolent and destructive patterns of behavior. The course will describe contemporary research on the assessment and development of destructive personality traits such as antisocial personality, narcissism, and Machiavellianism. In addition, the course will survey current social psychological research on destructive behaviors such as violence, prejudice, discrimination, and genocide. Course Objectives (1) Describe and evaluate psychological approaches to the assessment of destructive personality traits. (2) Describe and evaluate psychological models of the development of destructive personality traits. (3) Outline and critique theories and research on psychological explanations of destructive human behaviors. (4) Evaluate how cultural factors, including religious and spiritual systems of belief, inform conceptions of evil and human destructiveness.
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3.00 Credits
This course will focus on some of the key writings in women's spirituality and examine the journey of the development of women's spirituality through their everyday lives and beliefs. We will chart the journey of many races, creeds, and cultures and broaden the entire notion of women's spirituality to include Neolithic archeological discoveries, symbols, and metaphors for the Goddess, and the vision of an egalitarian partnership between genders in the overall practice and theory of spirituality. This course will focus on the role of spirituality in women's psychology and treatment, and review exercises and therapeutic rituals that promote spiritual recovery and growth. Course Objectives (1) Students will describe the cross cultural history of women's spirituality. (2) Students will identify therapeutic techniques and interventions to promote the psychological development of women's spirituality. (3) Students will describe the dynamics of patriarchal power and its oppression of the expression of women's spirituality. (4) Students will identify and elavorate on the meaning of female archetypes and their role in psychological growth. (5) Students will explore the intricacies of creating a dynamic non-oppressive spiritual partnership between genders.
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3.00 Credits
A comparison of the psychology of Western and non-western cultures. Includes an examination of the ways in which different child-rearing practices, family structures, educational systems, and world views interrelate to foster quite different conceptions of "self", "other", "abnormality", and "gender". Course Objectives (1) Explain the psychological processes and dynamics involved in the development of a world view. (2) Compare and contrast the world views of specific cultures in Africa, Latin America, the Middle East and Asia. (3) Analyze how differences in cultural world views contribute to differences int he development of family structure, gender relations, child rearing, aggression, etc. (4) Differentiate what is "universal" in human development from what is culture bound. (5) Compare and contrast traditional and modern cultures with regiard to their understanding of the causes and treatment for abnormal behavior. (6) Show how some traditional belief systems are analogous to personality theories in moden societies. (7) Explain the difficultues involved in cross-cultural communication.
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3.00 Credits
This course will explore character development, organization and characterologic disorder (personality disorders) by examining the tension between characterological and situational (episodic) psychopathology, ego development (syntonic and dystonic) and defense as portrayed in film and fiction. Using Greek literary themes and dramatism (tragedy, catharsis, hamartia, nemesis), current psychoanalytic theory, feminist reappraisals of psychopathology and social constructionist theory, the course generally critiques personality disorders (e.g., borderline, narcissistic, histrionic, dissociative, etc.) by closely examining the material of character development such as trauma and abuse (of psychological life) as well as tragedy and drama. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to: (1) Correctly identify the major development issues of characters in film and use correct terminology. (2) Grasp developmental, psychoanalytic and characterological issues as depicted and analyzed in films watched in class. (3) Demonstrate cogent, clear, scholarly and reflective writing in formulations. (4) Correctly distinguish between characterological and situational development. (5) Interpret and synthesize ideas using his or her own words, as well as course terminology. (6) Defend optimistic, ethical, and responsible relations with others and offer critical thinking in regard to psychological perspectives.
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3.00 Credits
An in-depth examination of psychological research on interpersonal relationships, with particular attention to the effect of relationships on identity formation and self-structure. Includes an examination of the process of interpersonal communication. Course Objectives (1) Correctly identify the major interpersonal structural rules and post-structural perspectives offered in class. Student will correctly recall course terminology and use it appropriately. Assessment: Multiple Choice Exam (2) Grasp structural and post-structural analysis as well as the methods of interpretation of interpersonal communication, communication competence, language rules, and facilitating empathy. Assessment: In-class and assigned interplay and ethnographies (3) Demonstrate cogent, clear, scholarly and reflective writing on analysis of films and in-class demonstrations. Assessment: Film reflection papers and ethnography assignments (4) Correctly distinguish between structural elements and post-structural signifiers. Assessment: In-class and assigned ethnographies (5) Interpret films and transcripts using ones' own words, course terminology and post-structural theory. Assessment: reflection papers, in-class exercises (6) Recognize ethical, and responsible relations with others and offer critical thinking in regard to psychological perspectives and their philosophical foundation Assessment: film reflection and assigned ethnographies
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3.00 Credits
This interdisciplinary course provides foundational knowledge and general practice skills for working with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questions/queer (LGBTQ) individuals and communities. The course content will include an examination of historical and political perspectives, with an emphasis on contemporary mental health concerns and the psychological impact of stigma and discrimination agaisnt members of LGBTQ communities. Social, psychological, cultural, behavioral, environmental, and biological factors contributing to health and mental health disparities among LGBTQ individuals and communities will be highlighted. Students will also explore ethical and legal issues and debates through the lens of the disciplines of psychology,psychiatry, and social work. Course Objectives (1) Students will articulate challenges faced by LGBTQ individuals and communities. (2) Students will describe major theoretical perspectives and key concepts from the fields of psychology, psychiatry, and social work. (3) Students will explain the relationship between social inequality and mental health disparities of members of LGBTQ communities. (4) Students will examine their personal values to eliminate the influence of personal biases with respect to heterosexism and binary gender biases. (5) Students wil articulate and understanding of professional ethics and legalities in the context of the code of ethics for Social Work(NASW) and Psychology (APA)
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3.00 Credits
General introduction to the theoretical and clinical applications of the study of forensic psychology. Explores the psychological dynamics present in criminal behavior and the role of psychology in prevention and treatment. Also includes an examination of the psychological principles involved in jury selection, jury deliberation, and the treatment of witnesses and victims. Course Objectives (1) Identify the major areas of interest shared by psychology and law (2) Describe different types of forensic psychological evaluations conducted in criminal and civil areas (3) Identify landmark legal cases that impact forensic psychologists
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3.00 Credits
A study of the evolutionary complexity of the psychology of women through the examination of overt cultural behaviors of women and the psychological principles underlying such behaviors. Course Objectives (1) Correctly identify major perspectives regarding the psychology of women, such as: biological aspects, gendering, various inequalities (e.g., economic, interpersonal, political), violence against women, mothering, feminist perspectives, and gender related psychological disorders. Students will correctly recall course terminology and use it appropriately. (2) Grasp theoretical concepts as related to the psychology of women (see above). (3) Apply knowledge of the psychology of women through reading logs, in-class discussions, and theoretical papers. Students will demonstrate clear, and beginning academic writing and verbal presentation. (4) Apply theories concerning the psychology of women to everyday life, interpersonal relationships, psychological disorders, issues of power relations and diversity, and feminist perspectives. (5) Demonstrate recognition of potential syntheses of the aforesaid ideas with standard psychological theories, political movements, economic equality, and empowerment. (6) Comprehend egalitarian, ethical, and responsible relations with others and offer critical thinking in regard to gendering, oppression, and inequality of all kinds.
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