Psychology Archives - º£½ÇÂÒÂ× /academic-area/psychology/ º£½ÇÂÒÂ× Fri, 18 Apr 2025 16:31:03 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 /wp-content/uploads/2019/10/favicon1.ico Psychology Archives - º£½ÇÂÒÂ× /academic-area/psychology/ 32 32 Psychobiology /course/psychobiology/ Tue, 05 Dec 2023 12:53:00 +0000 /?post_type=gb_course&p=30143 This course is an introduction to the questions addressed by scientists who aim to understand the biological basis of behavior. Students will be introduced to this dynamic field, which investigates […]

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]]> This course is an introduction to the questions addressed by scientists who aim to understand the biological basis of behavior. Students will be introduced to this dynamic field, which investigates the brain, its structure and function, and the ways in which the brain drives behaviors. Topics covered within the course include behavioral genetics, evolutionary psychology, neuroanatomy, physiological perspectives of sensory perception, learning and memory, sleep and dreaming, drug addiction, emotion, human sexuality, and biological bases of psychiatric disorders.
Prerequisite: PSYC110G and successful completion of HS Biology, or instructor permission. Fulfills Lab Science or Social Science requirement.
Spring semester.

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]]> Counseling Theory and Interpersonal Communication /course/counseling-theory-and-communication/ Fri, 04 Nov 2022 17:14:55 +0000 /?post_type=gb_course&p=27170 This course is designed to provide the student with an overview of counseling psychology as aprofession. Information is provided about the basic educational, historical, philosophical andpsychological foundations of counseling as […]

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]]> This course is designed to provide the student with an overview of counseling psychology as a
profession. Information is provided about the basic educational, historical, philosophical and
psychological foundations of counseling as well as specific traits and skills of professional counselors.
Several broad theoretical perspectives will be studied and applied in role-play situations. Prerequisite:
ENGL110G/111G (may be co-requisite) or placement into ENGL110G/111G and PSYC110G

Fall/Spring Semesters

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]]> Introduction to Social Work /course/introduction-to-social-work/ Wed, 15 Jan 2020 17:08:54 +0000 https://live-great-bay-wp.pantheonsite.io/course/introduction-to-social-work/ This course will introduce students to the profession of social work within the context of the social welfare system. It will provide an overview of an integrative approach to generalist […]

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]]> This course will introduce students to the profession of social work within the context of the social welfare system. It will provide an overview of an integrative approach to generalist social work practice, which emphasizes intervention on individual, environmental and societal levels.

Fall/Summer semesters

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]]> Social Welfare & Policy /course/social-welfare-policy/ Wed, 15 Jan 2020 17:08:54 +0000 https://live-great-bay-wp.pantheonsite.io/course/social-welfare-policy/ This course examines the values and norms that underlie social welfare services; the historical roots of current approaches to social services; the overt and covert functions of social welfare; and […]

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]]> This course examines the values and norms that underlie social welfare services; the historical roots of current approaches to social services; the overt and covert functions of social welfare; and the political, social, cultural and economic forces that shape social welfare policy and services in the United States. Throughout the course, the parallel historical development of the profession of social work, including ways in which it responded to the demands of social problems across key periods of social welfare policy transformation will be considered. Students will also gain an understanding of the interrelated nature of global events and domestic social policy as it affects individuals and families across diverse practice settings. Spring semester

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]]> Psychology Internship /course/psychology-internship/ Wed, 15 Jan 2020 17:08:47 +0000 https://live-great-bay-wp.pantheonsite.io/course/psychology-internship/ This course will provide students with the opportunity to experience real world application of Social Science theory. Students will complete a minimum of 135 hours of fieldwork that builds upon […]

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]]> This course will provide students with the opportunity to experience real world application of Social Science theory. Students will complete a minimum of 135 hours of fieldwork that builds upon previously learned concepts in the Social Sciences. Students need Department Chair approval to register for this course. Prerequisite: PSYC110G & Permission of Department Chair.

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]]> Social Science Research Methods /course/social-science-research-methods/ Wed, 15 Jan 2020 17:08:45 +0000 https://live-great-bay-wp.pantheonsite.io/course/social-science-research-methods/ This course provides an overview of the research design process in the social sciences. Students will design and implement their own research study in an area related to the social […]

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]]> This course provides an overview of the research design process in the social sciences. Students will design and implement their own research study in an area related to the social sciences. All aspects of a research study will be explored and developed by the students. Ethical issues in research will also be investigated. Prerequisite: PSYC110G and MATH106G (may be co- req); or permission of Program Advisor. Fall/Spring semesters.

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]]> Crisis Intervention /course/crisis-intervention/ Wed, 15 Jan 2020 17:08:39 +0000 https://live-great-bay-wp.pantheonsite.io/course/crisis-intervention/ This course focuses on crisis theory methods of crisis intervention, and specific crises that occur with individuals and families such as suicide, unemployment, criminal victimization, natural disasters, illness, divorce, and […]

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]]> This course focuses on crisis theory methods of crisis intervention, and specific crises that occur with individuals and families such as suicide, unemployment, criminal victimization, natural disasters, illness, divorce, and death. Prerequisite: PSYC110G. (Fulfills Social Science requirement.) All semesters

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]]> Pathopsychology /course/pathopsychology/ Wed, 15 Jan 2020 17:08:39 +0000 https://live-great-bay-wp.pantheonsite.io/course/abnormal-psychology/ This course provides a comprehensive overview of the field of abnormal psychology and mental illness from a biopsychosocial perspective. Focus will be on the complexities and consequences of labeling as […]

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]]> This course provides a comprehensive overview of the field of abnormal psychology and mental illness from a biopsychosocial perspective. Focus will be on the complexities and consequences of labeling as well as the diagnostic techniques and research methods used. Contemporary approaches to psychological and biological interventions will be introduced. PSYC110G. (Fulfills Social Science requirement.) Fall/Spring semesters

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]]> Educational Psychology /course/educational-psychology/ Wed, 15 Jan 2020 17:08:39 +0000 https://live-great-bay-wp.pantheonsite.io/course/educational-psychology/ This course reviews the application of psychological principles to the educational environment. Theories of cognitive processes and development, learning, and social and moral development are discussed as they apply to […]

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]]> This course reviews the application of psychological principles to the educational environment. Theories of cognitive processes and development, learning, and social and moral development are discussed as they apply to learning and teaching. Issues involving assessment, classroom management, individual differences, and socioeconomic and developmental influences on learning are also presented. Application of theoretical perspectives to classroom teaching will be emphasized. Prerequisite: PSYC110G. (Fulfills Social Science requirement.) Fall/Spring semesters

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]]> Health Psychology /course/health-psychology/ Wed, 15 Jan 2020 17:08:39 +0000 https://live-great-bay-wp.pantheonsite.io/course/health-psychology/ This course focuses on use of psychological and behavioral theory to address behaviors impacting health, wellness and health seeking behavior. It is designed to meet the needs of health professionals, […]

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]]> This course focuses on use of psychological and behavioral theory to address behaviors impacting health, wellness and health seeking behavior. It is designed to meet the needs of health professionals, significant others and individuals themselves who seek to enhance health, quality of life or manage conditions such as stress, addiction, pain, and chronic disease. Prerequisite: PSYC110G. (Fulfills Social Science requirement.). Fall/Spring semesters

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