Psychology

Offers an overview of psychology as a scientific study. Theories and research findings concerning many major branches of psychology will be examined. Application of psychology concepts to school, family, work and other life settings will be taught and discussed. Critical thinking about psychology concepts will be emphasized.

An examination of the developmental changes occurring throughout the entire life span from conception to death. The various domains of development including physical, cognitive, social and emotional are studied. Several major theoretical approaches and important modern developments and applications are covered.

Introduction to psychopathology and abnormal behavior. Theories, major diagnostic categories, issues and ethics in diagnosis and treatment will be emphasized. Cultural influences and access to resources are also discussed. 

A study of psychological adjustment, personal growth and personality. These factors are examined from various psychological orientations with applications and insight into one's own life, relationships and environmental situations. This course is not to be used in place of formal counseling. This course will not serve as a prerequisite for more advanced psychology courses.

An introduction to psychosocial issues in healthcare.

In this course, students will explore nursing care of patients related to psychosocial issues, across the lifespan.

Special emphasis will be placed on exploration of psychosocial issues that arise in clients with acute and/or emergent health problems. This course examined the role of the healthcare professional in providing care for these clients. Content is integrated with NURS 202.

Examines psychosocial health, and determinants of health and illness across the lifespan. This course is taught in an integrated format with NURS 203.

This course examines human sexuality from the psychological, biological, sociocultural and historical perspectives. Students will be encouraged to become aware of their own sexual attitudes, values and behaviors. By the end of the course, students will be able to communicate about sexuality with a greater degree of effectiveness.

Examines the major psychology theories related to sport. A broad overview of topics including the history of sports psychology, personality and motivation, leadership, gender and cultural issues, team dynamics and psychological skills training will be covered. Current topics and issues relevant to sport psychology will be explored.

This course is a theoretical and practical study of social psychology including social cognition, social influence and social relations. Small groups, mass media, advertising, propaganda, the role of nature and nurture, cognition, discrimination/prejudice, persuasion, conformity, obedience, aggression, and attraction are among the topics considered. Small-group experiences included.