| PSYCH 101
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General
Psychology |
3 behavioral science
credits |
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This course is an introduction to psychology as a
behavioral science. Topics include the theoretical perspectives of
psychology, research methodology, the biological basis of behavior,
sensation and perception, motivation and emotion, learning an memory.
While primarily a lecture and a discussion course, other pedagogical
methods such as case studies, student projects, films, and on-line
exercises may be used to develop a more comprehensive understanding of
human behavior. Designed for students who meet the college’s
requirements for enrollment in first-year undergraduate courses who want
an introduction to psychology. Class hrs. 3.
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| PSYCH
101H |
General
Psychology-Honors |
3 behavioral science
credits |
See
Honors for course description.
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| PSYCH 103
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Abnormal
Psychology |
3 behavioral science
credits |
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This course provides an introduction to
psychopathology with an emphasis on the continuum that exists between
normal and abnormal behavior. Clinical and experimental approaches to a
wide range of behavior disorders are examined. Statistical,
psychodynamic, cognitive/behavioral, sociocultural,
humanistic/existential and biological models are discussed. Issues
relevant to epidemiology, etiology, prevention, diagnosis and treatment
of maladaptive behavior are explored. Community attitudes and responses
to various disorders, as well as ethical and legal issues, are
considered. Class hrs. 3. Prerequisite: PSYCH 101 General Psychology.
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| PSYCH 107
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Social
Psychology |
3 behavioral science
credits |
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The scientific study of the numerous ways that
other people influence our thoughts, emotions and behaviors. One of the
main themes in the course is the constant tension between being an
individual and yet being subject to pressures from others. Students
learn to analyze these situational forces that impinge on their everyday
lives and in the process become able to choose how to respond. Class
hrs. 3. Prerequisite: PSYCH 101 General Psychology.
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| PSYCH 109
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Developmental Psychology:
Childhood |
3 behavioral science
credits |
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Theoretical and empirical findings in child and
developmental psychology from infancy to pre-adolescence are studied.
Emphasis is placed on theories of development and factors facilitating
and inhibiting human development. Class hrs. 3. Prerequisite: PSYCH 101
General Psychology.
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| PSYCH 110
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Developmental Psychology:
Adolescence |
3 behavioral science
credits |
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A survey course that focuses on adolescent behavior
and development. It emphasizes theoretical issues and empirical findings
in the social, cognitive, personality, and emotional development of
contemporary adolescents. Issues of special relevance for adolescents
are covered, e.g., peer pressure, sexuality, drugs, identity and social
relationships. Class hrs. 3. Prerequisite: PSYCH 101 General Psychology.
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| PSYCH 111
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Human
Sexuality |
3 behavioral science
credits |
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This course discusses the biological, psychological
and cultural aspects of sexuality. Students become familiar with the
reproductive structures and their functions as well as how personal,
familial, and cultural factors influence how sexuality is treated and
understood. Students also develop a historical view of how attitudes
regarding sexuality have changed over time and how the topic has been
researched and studied. Class hrs. 3. Prerequisite: PSYCH 101 General
Psychology.
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| PSYCH
112H |
Theories
of Personality-Honors |
3 behavioral science
credits |
See
Honors for
course description.
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| PSYCH 113
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Stress &
Self-Management |
3 behavioral science
credits |
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This course explores stress from biobehavioral,
psychosocial and cultural perspectives. The philosophies of holistic
health and integrative medicine and the psychology of self-management
guide students to a personal awareness of stressors and ways to cope
more efficiently with them. Research issues relevant to the field are
considered, along with empirically validated cognitive-behavioral change
techniques and mind-body disciplines. Each student receives individual
guidance to plan and implement a personally chosen behavior change
project to enable him/her to manage stress more optimally. Class hrs. 3.
Prerequisite: PSYCH 101 General Psychology.
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| PSYCH 114
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Developmental Psychology: Adult & Aging |
3
credits |
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This course is a survey course focusing on human
development from early adulthood through the end of the life span. It
emphasizes theoretical issues and empirical findings in the areas of
social, cognitive, personality, and emotional developmental with special
examination of the impact of the changing demographics on our lives,
e.g., work and retirement patterns and health issues related to advanced
years. Class hrs. 3. Prerequisite: PSYCH 101 General Psychology.
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| PSYCH 116
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Developmental Psychology: Lifespan |
3
behavioral science credits |
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This is a survey course focusing on human development from the time of
conception to the death. It will emphasize theoretical issues and
empirical findings in the areas of social, physical, cognitive,
personality, and emotional development with attention to impact of the
culture on human development. Class hrs. 3. Prerequisite: PSYCH 101
General Psychology
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| PSYCH 121
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Introduction to Hypnosis |
3 behavioral science
credits |
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This survey course, designed to introduce the
student to the area of hypnosis within the wider context of psychology,
trace the clinical and experimental history of hypnosis from early times
until the present, and explore contemporary uses of hypnosis by
professionals in such diverse fields as medicine, dentistry, psychology,
law and law enforcement, psychotherapy, education, and philosophy.
Emphasis is placed on the theory of hypnosis, gaining an understanding
of the phenomena of hypnosis as studied by psychologists today. This
course is not intended to teach students how to hypnotize others, nor to
train hypnotists. Class hrs. 3. Prerequisite: PSYCH 101 General
Psychology.
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| PSYCH 204
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Abnormal Psychology:
Childhood & Adolescence
|
3 behavioral science
credits |
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This course focuses on the development of typical
emotional and behavioral problems of childhood and adolescence,
including autism and Asperger’s disorder, AD/HD, depression, eating
disorders, substance abuse, and personality problems. Clinical material
is an integral part of the course, including case studies, in-class case
presentations, and videos of psychopathology. Class hrs. 3.
Prerequisite: PSYCH 101 General Psychology.
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