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PSYC& 100 (Formerly PSYC 101)
GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY (SS) (5)
The scientific study of the behavior mental processes: research methods, the
biology of behavior, lifespan development, sensation and perception, learning,
memory, intelligence, personality, psychological disorders, and social
psychology.
PSYC& 180 (Formerly PSYC 205)
HUMAN SEXUALITY (5)
Overview of four dimensions of sexuality; biological, psychological, ethical,
and cultural and their interrelationship. Sexual myths, psychosexual disorders,
sexual diseases, self-concept and self-esteem in relation to sexuality are
also examined.
PSYC& 201 (Formerly PSYC 240 Developmental Psychology)
LIFESPAN PSYCHOLOGY (SS) (5)
Study of human development from conception to death. Basic concepts and
principles of biological, cognitive, and psychological development are integrated
for each stage. Normal development, normal life stress, and developmental
crisis and developmental tasks during each stage are emphasized. Prerequisite:
PSYC& 100 or permission of instructor. SS.
PSYC 210
INTRODUCTION TO PERSONALITY (SS) (5)
An introduction to the study of personality, including major theories, with a
focus upon basic principles of psychology and their application to personality
development, personal growth and psychological adjustment. Prerequisite: PSYC&
100 or permission of instructor
PSYC& 220 (Formerly PSYC 211)
ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY (SS) (5)
An introduction to the study of abnormal behavior, including behavioral
problems, personality disorders and maladjustment and the study of causes,
diagnosis and treatment. Prerequisite: PSYC& 100 or permission of instructor.
PSYC 250
SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY (SS) (5)
The scientific study of how a person's thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are
influenced by other people. Includes an exploration of: propaganda, persuasion,
social cognition, human aggression, prejudice, love, and interpersonal
sensitivity. Prerequisite: PSYC& 100 or instructor's permission