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Courses taught at least once every other year. Most courses are taught every year and many are taught every semester.

Psych 104 (105)*, 300 (301), 310, 318 (319), 333 (334), 350 (351), 360 (361), 370 (371), 380 (381) are required or core courses for Psychology majors.

After taking Psyc 104 (105), prospective psychology majors are well advised to consider Psyc 300 (301) and Psyc 310 early in their academic career.

Prospective majors should next consider the core courses in their early academic careers: Psyc 318 (319), 333 (334), 350 (351), 360 (361), 370 (371), 380 (381).

Note: Credit hours are listed in parentheses, e.g. (3).

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PSYC 102 Orientation Seminar in Psychology (1) Online Course

Designed to encourage students to take a goal-oriented approach toward planning their psychology major.  Explores the major, careers in psychology, post-graduate options, and opportunities within and outside the department for enhancing their educational experience. This course is taken satisfactory/unsatisfactory.  There are no prerequisites.  Students should see the Psychology Scheduling Officer, Jama Lickteig, in 426 Fraser Hall to initiate the enrollment process.

PSYC 104 General Psychology (3)

A basic introduction to the science of psychology. LEC

PSYC 105 General Psychology, Honors (3)

Open to students in College or Departmental Honors programs or by permission of instructor. LEC

PSYC 120 Personality (3)

An introductory survey of personality theories, development, assessment and current research. LEC

PSYC 121 Personality, Honors (3)

Open to students in College or Departmental Honors programs or by permission of instructor. LEC

PSYC 202 Study Abroad Topics in: _____ (3)

This course is designed for the study of special topics in Psychology. Coursework must be arranged through the Office of KU Study Abroad. May be repeated for credit if content varies. LEC

PSYC 300 Statistics in Psychological Research (3)

An introduction to statistical concepts and methods as they relate to analysis and interpretation of psychological data. All majors in psychology are required to complete this course (or PSYC 301) and must do so before applying for admission to the major. Students should complete this course as early as possible in their undergraduate training. Prerequisite: PSYC 104 and MATH 101 or equivalent placement. LEC

PSYC 301 Statistics in Psychological Research, Honors (3)

Open to students in College and Departmental Honors programs or by permission of instructor. Not open to students who have taken PSYC 300. Prerequisite: PSYC 104 and MATH 101 or equivalent placement. LEC

PSYC 310 Research Methods in Psychology (3)

An examination of the scientific "ways of knowing" employed by psychologists to discover the laws governing human behavior across a wide domain. The focus of the course is upon these methods and the statistical techniques that support them. This course is strongly recommended for students planning to continue their study of psychology in graduate school. All majors in psychology are required to complete this course. Students should complete this course as early as possible in their undergraduate training. LEC

PSYC 318 Cognitive Psychology (3)

An introduction to contemporary research and theory in human learning and memory, relevant perceptual processes, and higher functions such as language. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 319 Cognitive Psychology, Honors (3)

Open to students in College or Departmental Honors programs or by permission of instructor. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 333 Child Psychology (3)

Psychological development of the child from conception to adolescence; emphasis upon social and cognitive changes as these relate to intrapersonal changes and to environmental conditions. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 334 Child Psychology, Honors (3)

Open to students in College or Departmental Honors programs or by permission of instructor. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 350 Abnormal Psychology (3)

An examination of psychopathology including anxiety disorders, psycho-physiological disorders, affective disorders, and schizophrenic disorders. Disorders are considered from psychodynamic, behavioral, cognitive, and biological perspectives. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 351 Abnormal Psychology, Honors (3)

Open to students in College or Departmental Honors programs or by permission of instructor. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 360 Social Psychology (3)

An introduction to the psychology of social behavior. Systematic consideration of such concepts as social influence, conformity and deviation, social attitudes and prejudice, socialization and personality, communication and propaganda, morale, and leadership. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 361 Social Psychology Honors (3)

Open to students in College or Departmental Honors programs or by permission of instructor. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 370 Brain and Behavior (3)

A survey of basic topics relating to the biological bases of behavior, including the physiology of neuronal and synaptic transmission, neurochemistry, and neuropharmacology. This survey will be followed by lectures on selected topics within the area of brain and behavior such as motivation, appetite, reward, language, and left-right hemispheric differences. Prerequisite: An introductory course in Psychology and an introductory course in Biology. LEC

PSYC 371 Brain and Behavior, Honors (3)

Open to students in College or Departmental Honors programs or by permission of instructor. Prerequisite: An introductory course in psychology and an introductory course in biology. LEC

PSYC 380 Brain and Pathology (3)

The organization and function of the nervous system as it relates to topics of interest to psychologists, including pain, anxiety, stress, sleep, depression, schizophrenia, akinetic and dyskinetic movement disorders, and senile dementia. Prerequisite: An introductory course in psychology and an introductory course in biology. LEC

PSYC 381 Brain and Pathology, Honors (3)

Open to students in College or Departmental Honors programs or by permission of instructor. Prerequisite: An introductory course in psychology and an introductory course in biology. LEC

PSYC 402 Study Abroad Topics in: _____ (3)

This course is designed for the study of special topics in Psychology equivalent to courses at the 300 to 600 level at KU. Coursework must be arranged through the Office of KU Study Abroad. May be repeated for credit if content varies. LEC

PSYC 405 The Mental Health of Children (3)

The emotional and psychological development of children with particular focus upon the psychological and environmental conditions that contribute to or detract from mental health. Consideration of the emotional, cognitive and behavioral tasks related to effective functioning during infancy and childhood. Discussion of psychological treatment and prevention methods which affect the mental health of children at the legislative, community action, educational, and family interaction levels. Prerequisite: PSYC 104 or equivalent. LEC

PSYC 406 Individual Differences (3)

A survey of the nature and sources of differences in human behavior and a consideration of the consequences of these differences for society. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 410 Intimate Relationships (3)

A social psychological perspective on adult intimate relationships, examining friendship, dating, committed relationships, and the dissolution of committed relationships. Topics include romance, jealousy, self-disclosure, power, loneliness, and social support. Discussion of heterosexual and homosexual relationships, traditional forms (e.g., marriage) of relationships as well as alternative lifestyles (e.g. cohabitation) and gender-linked differences in relationships. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 412 Introduction to Motivation and Emotion (3)

An examination of contemporary concepts, theories, and research in motivation. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 415 Social and Cultural Sources of Self (3)

An interdisciplinary exploration of the social and cultural sources of self-experience. The first part of the course emphasizes a general process: how the development and experience of self, though it might seem essentially personal, is shaped by social interaction. The second part of the course highlights particular cases: how self-experience may be constructed differently depending on the particular social and cultural settings a person inhabits. Cases include influences of gender, socioeconomic status, and age group on the construction of self-experience within societies from around the world, and ethnic-identity groups within the USA. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 418 Introduction to Cognitive Science (3)

Examines the data and methodologies of the disciplines that comprise Cognitive Science, an inter-disciplinary approach to studying the mind and brain. Topics may include: consciousness, artificial intelligence, linguistics, education and instruction, neural networks, philosophy, psychology, anthropology, evolutionary theory, cognitive neuroscience, human-computer interaction, and robotics. (Same as LING 418, PHIL 418, and SPLH 418.) Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. LEC

PSYC 420 Fundamentals of Personality (3)

Clinical application of personality theories; personality development and assessment research. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 422 Intelligence and Cognition (3)

A survey of the relationship of individual variation in intelligence to contemporary cognitive theory. Discussion is included of procedures for identifying measurable aspects of intelligence and for measuring individual cognitive variation. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 427 Introduction to Psychological Measurement (3)

An introduction to the basic methods used in measuring psychological variables, constructs, traits, and attitudes via item inventories. Concepts to be covered include reliability, validity, and item analysis. As part of the course requirements, students will have the opportunity to create and critique an original psychological inventory. Prerequisite: PSYC 104 or equivalent, and PSYC 300 or equivalent. LEC

PSYC 430 Cognitive Development (3)

A basic survey course in the development of thinking and understanding in normal children. The course will cover Piaget's theory and information processing theories at the advanced undergraduate level. Topics include perception, attention, learning, memory, language, problem solving, and individual differences from birth to the mid-teens. Prerequisite: PSYC 104 or ABSC 160. LEC

PSYC 432 Human Behavioral Genetics (3)

A survey of human behavioral genetics for upper division undergraduates. Emphasis is on how the methods and theories of quantitative, population, medical, and molecular genetics can be applied to individual and group differences in humans. Both normal and abnormal behaviors are covered, including intelligence, mental retardation, language and language disorders, communication, learning, personality, and psychopathology. (Same as ANTH 447, BIOL 432, SPLH 432.) Prerequisite: Introductory courses in biology/genetics or biological anthropology and psychology are recommended. LEC

PSYC 435 Social and Personality Development (3)

An introduction to social and personality development with consideration of both classic and contemporary theoretical viewpoints. The role of social contexts is considered (e.g., family, peers, communities), as well as biological influences (e.g., behavioral genetics). Topics include parent-infant attachment, peer relationships, aggression, etc. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 440 The Afro-American Family: A Psychological Approach (3)

The examination of the structure, values, and behavior patterns of the contemporary Afro-American family as influenced by African cultures and kinship systems and the institution of slavery in association with other factors. Social and psychological forces that have enhanced or blocked family survival, stability, and advancement will be explored. The orientation to black family life will emphasize its strengths, weaknesses, adaptations, strong kinship bonds, and equalitarian family roles. (Same as AAAS 440.) LEC

PSYC 449 Laboratory/Field Work in Human Biology (1-3)

Faculty supervised laboratory or field research for Human Biology majors. Students design and complete a research project in collaboration with a Human Biology faculty member. (Same as ANTH 449, BIOL 449, and SPLH 449.) Prerequisite: Consent of instructor and Human Biology major. FLD

PSYC 453 Psychological Foundations of Musical Behavior (3)

Study of human musical behavior, including basic psychoacoustic phenomena, musical taste, functional music, musical ability, cultural organization of musical sounds, and the affective response. (Same as MEMT 453.) Prerequisite: General Psychology, MEMT 370, or consent of instructor. LEC

PSYC 460 Honors in Psychology (1-2)

A seminar for juniors and seniors in the Honors Program in Psychology. Students who have been admitted to the Honors Program in Psychology may enroll for one credit for one or both semesters of their junior year and are required to enroll for two credits for both semesters in their senior year. IND

PSYC 465 Stereotyping and Prejudice Across Cultures (3)

This course will cover a variety of theoretical views concerning the origins of stereotypes, the factors that maintain them, as well as how and when the revision of such beliefs take place. Analysis of various stereotypes (including gender and race) and the experience of prejudice across a variety of cultural contexts will be examined. Many difficult social issues will be discussed in depth. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 468 Psychology of Women (3)

A survey of the psychological theories about women; similarities and differences in behavior of women and men; the effects of biological and social factors on the behavior of women and men; and issues of concern to women of different races, sexual orientations, ages, and so forth. (Same as WS 468.) Prerequisite: PSYC 104 or WS 201. LEC

PSYC 470 Introduction to Contemporary Psychotherapies (3)

Review of current psychotherapies with special references to their underlying philosophies, theories of personality, techniques, and effectiveness. Issues concerning the use of drugs in the treatment of mental disorders are also reviewed. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 472 Psychology of Sleep and Dreaming (3)

This course reviews recent evidence on the roles of dreaming and dreamless sleep. Psychological, developmental, personality, and social psychological aspects are considered. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 475 Cognitive Neuroscience (3)

The neurobiology of higher mental processes such as perception, attention, learning, memory, thinking, and language, as studied by techniques such as recording from individual neurons, electrical brain stimulation, brain damage, and brain scans and measurements of regional cerebral blood flow in conscious people. Emphasis will be placed on in-class analysis of original research articles. Prerequisite: PSYC 370 or PSYC 380 or permission of instructor. LEC

PSYC 480 Independent Study (1-5)

Investigation of a special research problem or directed reading in an area not covered in regular courses. No more than 3 hours of PSYC 480 may be counted toward the 30 hours required for the major. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. IND

PSYC 482 Sensation and Perception (3)

Introduction to human sensory and perceptual capabilities. Topics include: sensory systems, perceptual development, and perceiving color, objects, space, movement, sound, speech, touch, smell, and taste as well as various perceptual illusions. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 490 Theories and Concepts of Child Development (3)

An advanced course in the theories and basic concepts of child development. Coverage includes: (a) analyses of the general logic, assumptions, and principles of the five major approaches: normative-maturation, psychoanalytic, social learning theory, cognitive-developmental, and behavior analysis; (b) historical background of developmental theory; (c) social-cultural influences on theory construction; and (d) some cross-cultural perspectives. Not open to students previously enrolled in ABSC 290. Prerequisite: PSYC 104, or ABSC 160, ABSC 161, ABSC 432, or consent of instructor. LEC

PSYC 492 Psychology and Social Issues (3)

A study of psychological aspects of selected social issues in contemporary American society. Race relations and the civil rights movement. Political extremism. Public opinion and social change. Social psychological approaches to a variety of social problems. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 500 Intermediate Statistics in Psychological Research (3)

A second course in statistics with emphasis on applications. Analysis of variance, regression, analysis, analysis of contingency tables; possibly selected further topics. Prerequisite: Grade of B or better in PSYC 300. LEC

PSYC 502 Human Sexuality (3)

An introduction to the field of human sexuality. Topics to be covered include sexual anatomy and physiology, fertilization, pregnancy, birth and lactation, contraception, human sexual response, sexuality across the life cycle, love, marriage, alternatives to marriage, sexual orientation, sex differences in behavior, parenthood, sexually transmitted diseases, sex and the law, and sex education. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 506 Psychology and the Actor (3)

The relationship of psychological theory and empirical data to the actor's craft. Topics include theatrical and psychological motivation, social psychology of the actor, application of psychodynamics to character analysis, psychology of the act of acting, and personality of the actor. (Same as TH&F 506.) Prerequisite: PSYC 104 and TH&F 106, or permission of instructor. LEC

PSYC 510 Infant Behavior and Development (3)

General lecture course to survey the growing literature on factors that affect behavior and development of the human infant. Course will review current theoretical orientations to explain infant development. It will include the following: behavior of the newborn; normal behavioral repertoire that develops over the first two years; assessment of infant behavior by traditional testing as well as in laboratory settings; current knowledge and issues with regard to visual, auditory, receptive language, learning, and social behavior in infants. There will be discussions of the effects of intervention programs and of ethical issues. Prerequisite: ABSC 160 or ABSC 432 or PSYC 602. LEC

PSYC 511 Laboratory Research in Infant Behavior (3)

Optional course for students currently enrolled in PSYC 510 or may be taken after completion of PSYC 510. Will offer students practical experience in an infant research laboratory. Students must spend a minimum of nine hours a week (on three different half days) in laboratory. They will learn to observe and record infant behavior, to handle data from experiments and participate in the planning and discussion of laboratory research. Acquaintance with and involvement in the issues of obtaining informed consent and ethical aspects of infant research will be included. Prerequisite: Current enrollment or previous enrollment in PSYC 510 and consent of instructor. LAB

PSYC 518 Human Memory (3)

In-depth coverage of human memory phenomena, including phenomena concerning acquisition, storage and retrieval, unconscious forms of memory, memory monitoring and control, and practical aspects of memory such as autobiographical memory, mnemonic techniques and eyewitness memory. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 520 Memory and Eyewitness Testimony in Children (3)

A review of the literature on the development of memory in young children, and the implications of this research for understanding children's eyewitness testimony. The course will present current research on children's long-term memory abilities, the impact of stress on recall performance, the effectiveness of various types of interviewing techniques, and the suggestibility of children's recollections. Policy issues and potential guidelines for the elicitation and evaluation of children's memory reports in both clinical and legal arenas will be discussed. Prerequisite: PSYC 104 or ABSC 160, or consent of instructor. LEC

PSYC 531 Language Development (3)

Introduction to the study of language development; emphasis on the psychological processes underlying syntactic, semantic, and pragmatic aspects of language development in children. Prerequisite: PSYC 104 or consent of instructor. LEC

PSYC 535 Developmental Psychopathology (3)

A review of the literature on contemporary psychological and developmental disorders of children and youth. Course will present current models of psychopathology, classification systems, assessment methods, and treatment approaches designed for the individual, the family, and the community. Specific attention will be given to age, gender, and cultural differences and similarities. Topics include: anxiety disorders, oppositional behavior disorders, physical/sexual abuse, learning disabilities, and autism. (Same as ABSC 535). Prerequisite: ABSC 160, PSYC 333, or consent of instructor. LEC

PSYC 536 The Psychology of Language (3)

A survey of recent research on psycholinguistics covering the perception, production, and comprehension of language. Topics include: the biological basis for language, the nature of comprehension processes, and memory for the syntactic, semantic, and pragmatic components of language. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 545 Culture and Psychology (3)

The course considers the relationship between culture and psyche. One theme throughout the course involves revealing the cultural grounding of psychological functioning. The second and complementary theme involves identifying the psychological processes involved in the phenomenon of culture. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 550 Psychology of Reading (3)

A survey of psychological processes relevant to normal, adult reading, learning to read, and specific reading disabilities. These include visual perception and information processing, the structure of knowledge within the human memory system, and linguistic competence. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 555 Evolutionary Psychology (3)

A review of evolutionary theory and its application to human personality, cognition, interpersonal relationships, family dynamics, and development. Prerequisite: PSYC 104 and at least 3 additional hours in Psychology, or consent of instructor. LEC

PSYC 565 Applied Developmental Psychology (3)

An advanced study of the application of theories and concepts of developmental and behavioral psychology to a range of specific issues and problems of childhood and adolescence. This course will rely heavily upon the empirical research literature. Topics include contemporary social issues and child development, research in applied settings, assessment, intervention, and prevention, as well as program evaluation. (Same as ABSC 565.) Prerequisite: ABSC 160 or PSYC 333, and ABSC/PSYC 535. LEC

PSYC 566 Psychology and the Law (3)

An application of psychological processes and concepts to the American legal system. Among the topics covered are the socialization of legal attitudes, opinions about the purposes of the criminal justice system and especially of prisons, the concept of "dangerousness," the nature of jury decision making, and the rights of prisoners, patients, and children. LEC

PSYC 570 Group Dynamics (3)

A study of the processes underlying the dynamics of the group, including the observation of group phenomena and a consideration of their relation to research findings. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 571 Violence, Aggression, and Terrorism in the Modern World (3)

A psychological cultural analysis of the sources, dynamics, effects and practices in modern patterns of violence. Variations in psycho/social reactions to violence will be examined with reference to personal, social and cross-cultural characteristics. Particular attention will be given to the cultural and individual characteristics of people who successfully survive violence and terrorism targeted at them. Emphasis will be upon the psychological and cultural origins of terrorism and violence in modern societies. (Same as ANTH 571.) Prerequisite: Introductory course in anthropology or psychology. LEC

PSYC 572 Psychology and International Conflict (3)

A study of psychological approaches to analysis and intervention in the field of international conflict and peace-making. Focus on major contributions and important paradigms for explanation and action. Prerequisite: PSYC 360 or consent of instructor. Background study in international relations or recent world history desirable. LEC

PSYC 575 Psychology of HIV/AIDS (3)

This course examines psychological issues related to HIV and AIDS, with special emphasis on the past, current, and potential roles of psychology in the HIV epidemic. Course material is drawn from subdisciplines of psychology and related fields. Prerequisite: PSYC 104 and PSYC 300, or consent of instructor. LEC

PSYC 578 Social Attitudes (3)

An introduction to the study of attitudes focusing on problems of measurement and on empirical findings and theories of attitude acquisition and change. Prerequisite: PSYC 360. LEC

PSYC 581 Psychology of Religion (3)

Consideration of the psychological antecedents of religious experience, the nature of religious experience, and the behavioral consequences of religion. Focus will be on psychological theory and research relevant to religious thought, feeling, belief, and behavior. (Same as REL 581.) Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 590 Nonverbal Communication (3)

Examination of non-linguistic behavior in human communication, including proxemics (spacing), kinesics (movement and expression), and paralinguistics (voice quality). Includes phylogenetic and developmental perspectives, methods of analysis, applications to interpersonal problems. (Same as COMS 590.) Prerequisite: COMS 356 or PSYC 300. LEC

PSYC 592 Psychological Significance of Physical Illness and Disability (3)

A lecture course to help students become more aware of and responsive to the psychological needs of persons with physical illnesses or disabilities. Emphasis is upon the meanings of such conditions in individuals' lives and the effects of treatment and rehabilitation settings on psychological adaptation. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 602 Basis and Nature of Individuality (3)

Individuality in cognitive and personality attributes is surveyed, and analyzed by current psychological theory. The course includes topics on the structure of intellect and personality, cognitive theory, brain research and behavior genetics as relevant to the understanding of individuality. Prerequisite: An introductory course in psychology. LEC

PSYC 604 Psychological Tests (3)

A survey of psychological tests and testing methods. Critical evaluation in the light of history and theory of psychology. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 605 Health Psychology (3)

Review of research and theory concerning the role of psychological factors in the development of physical illness and the contribution of psychologists to the treatment and prevention of physical illness. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 608 Sex Role Development (3)

An examination of the theory and literature on sex role development in childhood, adolescence, and adulthood. Particular attention is given to approaches stressing androgyny and variations on traditional roles. Processes of socialization into both traditional and non-traditional roles are stressed. Literature on females is emphasized, but male sex role development is also covered. Prerequisite: PSYC 104 or HDFL 160. LEC

PSYC 610 Advanced Personality (3)

A survey of selected topics in the area of personality (e.g., defense mechanisms, aggression, interpersonal relations). Prerequisite: PSYC 120 or PSYC 420 or consent of instructor. LEC

PSYC 613 History and Systems in Psychology (3)

A survey of the historical development of modern theoretical systems in psychology. Prerequisite: PSYC 104, plus twelve hours in psychology. LEC

PSYC 614 Basic Processes of Visual Perception (3)

An examination of current theories and experimentation in perception, with some historical perspective. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 616 Foundations of Learning (3)

A consideration of experimental findings and theories concerning classical and instrumental conditioning. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 618 Experimental Psychology: Human Learning (6)

Lectures and laboratory research on human information processing as related to theories of word recognition, reading, and language comprehension. Major emphasis on experimental design, data analysis, interpretation, and scientific writing. Prerequisite: PSYC 104 and PSYC 300. LEC

PSYC 620 Experimental Psychology: Sensation, Perception, and Cognition (6)

Lectures and laboratory work on human sensory processes and how they result in perceptions of the environment. Experience is provided in designing and implementing research as well as in the skills necessary for statistical analysis, interpretation of data, and scientific writing. Prerequisite: PSYC 104 and PSYC 300. LEC

PSYC 622 Experimental Psychology: Social Behavior (6)

Lectures, laboratory and field work on various issues in research in social psychology (e.g., conformity, attitude change, social processes). Two two-hour periods a week and appointment for research. Prerequisite: PSYC 104, PSYC 360, and PSYC 300. LEC

PSYC 624 Experimental Psychology: Personality (6)

Lectures, laboratory, and field work on various issues in research in personality (e.g., defense mechanisms, personality variables, test construction). Two two-hour periods a week and appointment for research. Prerequisite: PSYC 104 and PSYC 300. LEC

PSYC 626 Psychology of Adolescence (3)

Impact of factors of social environment and physical growth upon psychological development from puberty to young adulthood. (Same as ABSC 626). Prerequisite: PSYC 104, PSYC 333, or ABSC 160. LEC

PSYC 630 Clinical Psychology (3)

The historical and empirical foundations of clinical psychology. Significant trends in theory, research, and social organization which have shaped clinical practice. A review of clinical practice. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 632 Advanced Child Behavior and Development (3)

An advanced course in child development that includes a survey of the field's principles and theoretical approaches, and current issues in research and practice. Topics will include: prenatal development, cognition and language, social-emotional development, socialization influences in childhood, developmental psychopathology, and social policies. (Same as ABSC 632.) Prerequisite: ABSC 160, PSYC 333, or instructor permission, and senior or graduate status. LEC

PSYC 641 Behaviorism (3)

A course on the history, philisopy, concepts, principles and application of behavioral psychology. Topics include (a) the conceptual analysis of behavior (e.g., the history and psychology of behaviorism, the relationship between behaviorism and other psychological systems); (b) the experimental analysis of behavior (e.g., research methods, and the behavioral principles derived therefrom); (c) empirical and interpretative analysis of various behavioral domains (e.g., perception, emotion, language, cognition); and (d) applied behavior analysis for promoting individual, social and cultural change (e.g., behavior modification). (Same as HDFL 641.) Prerequisite: PSYC 104 and ABSC 140 or ABSC 180 or ABSC 304. LEC

PSYC 642 The Psychology of Families (3)

Study of the family as a psychosocial system. Emphasis is placed on factors affecting contemporary families including family structures, development, communication patterns, disorders, and treatment approaches. Theory, empirical evidence, and practical principles that may lead to maximizing individual growth in the family unit are discussed. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 652 Behavior Therapy (3)

A review of the principal techniques of behavior therapy, exclusive of operant-based therapies. Emphasis upon systematic desensitization, implosion, assertion training, and modeling techniques. Special attention given to outcome research relevant to the effectiveness of these techniques. Recommended: A course in abnormal psychology. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 660 Values and Caring (3)

Exploration of the psychological implications of caring for or valuing oneself, experiences, other people, ideas, and causes. Topics include the nature, sources, and consequences of values, as well as their relation to goals, emotions, motives, and behavior. LEC

PSYC 662 Industrial and Organizational Psychology (3)

An examination of the psychological aspects of work and organizational life including study of theory and application in areas of motivation, performance, well-being, leadership, group, and organization environments. Special attention to theory and method in selection, training, and organization development. Project work. An introductory course in statistics is recommended. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 668 Fundamentals of Psychoanalytic Psychology (3)

A general survey of the principles of psychoanalysis as a psychological system. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 670 Theories of Personality (3)

Traces the development of modern approaches to the understanding of personality and examines in detail the major theoretical systems proposed to explain personality structure and dynamics. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 678 Drugs and Behavior (3)

A survey of the methods used to study the effects of drugs on behavior, and of the effect of selected drugs on behavior, particularly the narcotics, hallucinogens, and drugs used in the treatment of mental illness. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC

PSYC 685 Human Factors Psychology (3)

Research techniques and methods useful in quantifying parameters of human performance that affect system functioning. Special emphasis is placed on modeling visual, auditory, and orienting systems and on human information processing. Prerequisite: PSYC 300 or consent of instructor. LEC

PSYC 690 Seminar: _____ (1-5)

Discussion of current problems in psychological theory and research. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. LEC

PSYC 691 The Psychology of Aging (3)

Social, psychological, and economic adjustments required by aging; changes in cognition, role and personality necessitated by advancing age. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. LEC