The is a representative list of courses offered by the department and should not be used for schedule planning. For accurate and up-to-date course listings and information, Duke students should log into ACES.
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PSY 11 |
Introductory Psychology | 1 | 01 | TuTh 11:40 AM-12:55 PM | LSRC B101 |
Course DescriptionBroad survey of the field of modern psychology. The class includes a broad study of behavior with emphasis on biological, evolutionary, cognitive, and developmental perspectives while placing this work in its historical, social and philosophical context. Conceptual issues unifying the subfields of psychology are highlighted along with consideration of techniques and methods by which knowledge about the brain, mind, thought and behavior is acquired and refined. There is also discussion about the impacts on life and society of contemporary scientific approaches and technologies. Students are required to participate in psychological research. Instructor: Grimes/Murphy/Whitfield/Staff |
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PSY 11 |
Introductory Psychology | 1 | 02 | WF 11:40 AM-12:55 PM | LSRC B101 |
Course DescriptionBroad survey of the field of modern psychology. The class includes a broad study of behavior with emphasis on biological, evolutionary, cognitive, and developmental perspectives while placing this work in its historical, social and philosophical context. Conceptual issues unifying the subfields of psychology are highlighted along with consideration of techniques and methods by which knowledge about the brain, mind, thought and behavior is acquired and refined. There is also discussion about the impacts on life and society of contemporary scientific approaches and technologies. Students are required to participate in psychological research. Instructor: Grimes/Murphy/Whitfield/Staff |
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PSY 49S |
First-year Seminar (top) | 1 | 01 | TuTh 10:05 AM-11:20 AM | Soc/Psych 237 |
Course DescriptionTopics vary each semester offered. Instructor: Staff |
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PSY 93FCS |
Focus/spcl Topics - Seminars | 1 | 01 | MW 11:40 AM-12:55 PM | Perkins 2-060 |
Course DescriptionSeminar for students in Focus Program only. Content varies by semester. Different courses (and areas of psychology) indicated by section number. Instructor: Staff |
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PSY 93FCS |
Focus/spcl Topics - Seminars | 1 | 04 | TuTh 04:25 PM-05:40 PM | Carr 135 |
Course DescriptionSeminar for students in Focus Program only. Content varies by semester. Different courses (and areas of psychology) indicated by section number. Instructor: Staff |
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PSY 95FCS |
Neurobiology Of Mind | 1 | 01 | MWF 01:30 PM-02:20 PM | Brody 202 |
Course DescriptionIntroduction to the fundamental principles of brain organization and mechanisms. Open only to students in the Focus Program. Instructor: Hall |
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PSY 100RE |
Abnormal Psychology | 1 | 001 | MW 08:30 AM-09:45 AM | Soc/Psych 130 |
Course DescriptionThis course provides a broad overview of abnormal psychology. Areas of focus include: Reviewing different theoretical perspectives for conceptualizing abnormal behavior; Approaches to the diagnosis and assessment of psychopathology; Major classes of psychopathology including how they are defined and treated; Current research in the field of abnormal psychology. There is a research participation requirement for this course. Instructor: Rabiner, Rosenthal, or staff |
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PSY 100RE |
Abnormal Psychology | 1 | 01D | M 11:55 AM-12:45 PM | Soc/Psych 319 |
Course DescriptionThis course provides a broad overview of abnormal psychology. Areas of focus include: Reviewing different theoretical perspectives for conceptualizing abnormal behavior; Approaches to the diagnosis and assessment of psychopathology; Major classes of psychopathology including how they are defined and treated; Current research in the field of abnormal psychology. There is a research participation requirement for this course. Instructor: Rabiner, Rosenthal, or staff |
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PSY 100RE |
Abnormal Psychology | 1 | 02D | M 01:30 PM-02:20 PM | Social Sciences 228 |
Course DescriptionThis course provides a broad overview of abnormal psychology. Areas of focus include: Reviewing different theoretical perspectives for conceptualizing abnormal behavior; Approaches to the diagnosis and assessment of psychopathology; Major classes of psychopathology including how they are defined and treated; Current research in the field of abnormal psychology. There is a research participation requirement for this course. Instructor: Rabiner, Rosenthal, or staff |
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PSY 100RE |
Abnormal Psychology | 1 | 03D | Tu 10:20 AM-11:10 AM | Allen 318 |
Course DescriptionThis course provides a broad overview of abnormal psychology. Areas of focus include: Reviewing different theoretical perspectives for conceptualizing abnormal behavior; Approaches to the diagnosis and assessment of psychopathology; Major classes of psychopathology including how they are defined and treated; Current research in the field of abnormal psychology. There is a research participation requirement for this course. Instructor: Rabiner, Rosenthal, or staff |
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PSY 100RE |
Abnormal Psychology | 1 | 04D | Tu 11:55 AM-12:45 PM | Social Sciences 228 |
Course DescriptionThis course provides a broad overview of abnormal psychology. Areas of focus include: Reviewing different theoretical perspectives for conceptualizing abnormal behavior; Approaches to the diagnosis and assessment of psychopathology; Major classes of psychopathology including how they are defined and treated; Current research in the field of abnormal psychology. There is a research participation requirement for this course. Instructor: Rabiner, Rosenthal, or staff |
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PSY 101RE |
Bio Bases Of Behavior | 1 | 001 | WF 10:05 AM-11:20 AM | Soc/Psych 130 |
Course DescriptionAn introduction to the methods, models, and reasoning that have led to discoveries about brain-behavior relations, and a critical evaluation of the current theories that guide our thinking about the neurobiology, development and evolution of sensory and cognitive processes, sleep, pain, emotion, hunger, and thirst as well as maternal and sexual behavior patterns. Recommended background: AP Biology or strong Biology background. Psychology 11 recommended for Psychology majors. Instructor: Williams, Murphy or Staff |
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PSY 101RE |
Bio Bases Of Behavior | 1 | 01D | W 01:30 PM-02:20 PM | Allen 318 |
Course DescriptionAn introduction to the methods, models, and reasoning that have led to discoveries about brain-behavior relations, and a critical evaluation of the current theories that guide our thinking about the neurobiology, development and evolution of sensory and cognitive processes, sleep, pain, emotion, hunger, and thirst as well as maternal and sexual behavior patterns. Recommended background: AP Biology or strong Biology background. Psychology 11 recommended for Psychology majors. Instructor: Williams, Murphy or Staff |
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PSY 101RE |
Bio Bases Of Behavior | 1 | 02D | W 03:05 PM-03:55 PM | Soc/Psych 319 |
Course DescriptionAn introduction to the methods, models, and reasoning that have led to discoveries about brain-behavior relations, and a critical evaluation of the current theories that guide our thinking about the neurobiology, development and evolution of sensory and cognitive processes, sleep, pain, emotion, hunger, and thirst as well as maternal and sexual behavior patterns. Recommended background: AP Biology or strong Biology background. Psychology 11 recommended for Psychology majors. Instructor: Williams, Murphy or Staff |
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PSY 101RE |
Bio Bases Of Behavior | 1 | 03D | W 04:40 PM-05:30 PM | Allen 103 |
Course DescriptionAn introduction to the methods, models, and reasoning that have led to discoveries about brain-behavior relations, and a critical evaluation of the current theories that guide our thinking about the neurobiology, development and evolution of sensory and cognitive processes, sleep, pain, emotion, hunger, and thirst as well as maternal and sexual behavior patterns. Recommended background: AP Biology or strong Biology background. Psychology 11 recommended for Psychology majors. Instructor: Williams, Murphy or Staff |
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PSY 101RE |
Bio Bases Of Behavior | 1 | 04D | Th 10:20 AM-11:10 AM | Allen 326 |
Course DescriptionAn introduction to the methods, models, and reasoning that have led to discoveries about brain-behavior relations, and a critical evaluation of the current theories that guide our thinking about the neurobiology, development and evolution of sensory and cognitive processes, sleep, pain, emotion, hunger, and thirst as well as maternal and sexual behavior patterns. Recommended background: AP Biology or strong Biology background. Psychology 11 recommended for Psychology majors. Instructor: Williams, Murphy or Staff |
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PSY 101RE |
Bio Bases Of Behavior | 1 | 05D | Th 01:30 PM-02:20 PM | Languages 109 |
Course DescriptionAn introduction to the methods, models, and reasoning that have led to discoveries about brain-behavior relations, and a critical evaluation of the current theories that guide our thinking about the neurobiology, development and evolution of sensory and cognitive processes, sleep, pain, emotion, hunger, and thirst as well as maternal and sexual behavior patterns. Recommended background: AP Biology or strong Biology background. Psychology 11 recommended for Psychology majors. Instructor: Williams, Murphy or Staff |
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PSY 101RE |
Bio Bases Of Behavior | 1 | 06D | Th 04:40 PM-05:30 PM | Social Sciences 124 |
Course DescriptionAn introduction to the methods, models, and reasoning that have led to discoveries about brain-behavior relations, and a critical evaluation of the current theories that guide our thinking about the neurobiology, development and evolution of sensory and cognitive processes, sleep, pain, emotion, hunger, and thirst as well as maternal and sexual behavior patterns. Recommended background: AP Biology or strong Biology background. Psychology 11 recommended for Psychology majors. Instructor: Williams, Murphy or Staff |
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PSY 102RE |
Cognitive Psychology | 1 | 001 | MW 02:50 PM-04:05 PM | Soc/Psych 130 |
Course DescriptionOverview of cognitive processes including pattern recognition, concept formation, attention, memory, imagery, mental representation, language, problem solving, and modes of thinking. The basic approach is both empirical (using data collection and analysis) and theoretical (building models using inductive/deductive reasoning). Application of basic laboratory results to cognition in everyday life. Students required to participate in psychological research. Formerly: Psychology 92. Instructor: Cabeza, Day, Mitroff, or Rubin |
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PSY 102RE |
Cognitive Psychology | 1 | 01D | M 06:15 PM-07:05 PM | Soc/Psych 319 |
Course DescriptionOverview of cognitive processes including pattern recognition, concept formation, attention, memory, imagery, mental representation, language, problem solving, and modes of thinking. The basic approach is both empirical (using data collection and analysis) and theoretical (building models using inductive/deductive reasoning). Application of basic laboratory results to cognition in everyday life. Students required to participate in psychological research. Formerly: Psychology 92. Instructor: Cabeza, Day, Mitroff, or Rubin |
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PSY 102RE |
Cognitive Psychology | 1 | 02D | Tu 10:20 AM-11:10 AM | Social Sciences 228 |
Course DescriptionOverview of cognitive processes including pattern recognition, concept formation, attention, memory, imagery, mental representation, language, problem solving, and modes of thinking. The basic approach is both empirical (using data collection and analysis) and theoretical (building models using inductive/deductive reasoning). Application of basic laboratory results to cognition in everyday life. Students required to participate in psychological research. Formerly: Psychology 92. Instructor: Cabeza, Day, Mitroff, or Rubin |
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PSY 102RE |
Cognitive Psychology | 1 | 03D | Tu 01:30 PM-02:20 PM | Social Sciences 228 |
Course DescriptionOverview of cognitive processes including pattern recognition, concept formation, attention, memory, imagery, mental representation, language, problem solving, and modes of thinking. The basic approach is both empirical (using data collection and analysis) and theoretical (building models using inductive/deductive reasoning). Application of basic laboratory results to cognition in everyday life. Students required to participate in psychological research. Formerly: Psychology 92. Instructor: Cabeza, Day, Mitroff, or Rubin |
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PSY 102RE |
Cognitive Psychology | 1 | 04D | W 10:20 AM-11:10 AM | Allen 103 |
Course DescriptionOverview of cognitive processes including pattern recognition, concept formation, attention, memory, imagery, mental representation, language, problem solving, and modes of thinking. The basic approach is both empirical (using data collection and analysis) and theoretical (building models using inductive/deductive reasoning). Application of basic laboratory results to cognition in everyday life. Students required to participate in psychological research. Formerly: Psychology 92. Instructor: Cabeza, Day, Mitroff, or Rubin |
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PSY 103RE |
Developmental Psychology | 1 | 001 | MW 11:40 AM-12:55 PM | Soc/Psych 130 |
Course DescriptionOverview of the cognitive, social, and emotional changes that occur throughout the lifespan, with emphasis on the period from infancy to adolescence. Examines both the empirical evidence (data collection and analysis) and the theoretical models (constructs using inductive-deductive reasoning) used in understanding human psychological development. Required participation in psychological research. Formerly: Psychology 97. Instructor: Joh, Wilbourn |
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PSY 103RE |
Developmental Psychology | 1 | 01D | M 03:05 PM-03:55 PM | Trent 038B |
Course DescriptionOverview of the cognitive, social, and emotional changes that occur throughout the lifespan, with emphasis on the period from infancy to adolescence. Examines both the empirical evidence (data collection and analysis) and the theoretical models (constructs using inductive-deductive reasoning) used in understanding human psychological development. Required participation in psychological research. Formerly: Psychology 97. Instructor: Joh, Wilbourn |
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PSY 103RE |
Developmental Psychology | 1 | 02D | Tu 01:30 PM-02:20 PM | Languages 109 |
Course DescriptionOverview of the cognitive, social, and emotional changes that occur throughout the lifespan, with emphasis on the period from infancy to adolescence. Examines both the empirical evidence (data collection and analysis) and the theoretical models (constructs using inductive-deductive reasoning) used in understanding human psychological development. Required participation in psychological research. Formerly: Psychology 97. Instructor: Joh, Wilbourn |
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PSY 103RE |
Developmental Psychology | 1 | 03D | Tu 04:40 PM-05:30 PM | Soc/Psych 319 |
Course DescriptionOverview of the cognitive, social, and emotional changes that occur throughout the lifespan, with emphasis on the period from infancy to adolescence. Examines both the empirical evidence (data collection and analysis) and the theoretical models (constructs using inductive-deductive reasoning) used in understanding human psychological development. Required participation in psychological research. Formerly: Psychology 97. Instructor: Joh, Wilbourn |
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PSY 104RE |
Social Psychology (p,s) | 1 | 01 | TuTh 02:50 PM-04:05 PM | Soc/Psych 130 |
Course DescriptionEffects of social interaction and social processes on a wide range of individual attitudes and behaviors (for example, conformity, leadership, prejudice, aggression, altruism). Emphasis on the logic, reasoning, research designs, and methods by which knowledge is generated. Equal attention to experimental and non-experimental research. Formerly Psychology 116. Instructor: Leary, Shah or Staff |
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PSY 106 |
Psychology Of Gender | 1 | 01 | WF 08:30 AM-09:45 AM | Soc/Psych 126 |
Course DescriptionAn introduction to the methods, models, and reasoning that have led to discoveries about brain-behavior relations, and a critical evaluation of the current theories that guide our thinking about the neurobiology, development and evolution of sensory and cognitive processes, sleep, pain, emotion, hunger, and thirst as well as maternal and sexual behavior patterns. Recommended background: AP Biology or strong Biology background. Psychology 101 recommended for Psychology majors. Instructor: Williams, Murphy or Staff |
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PSY 108A |
Educational Psychology | 1 | 01 | W 02:50 PM-05:20 PM | Friedl Bdg 107 |
Course DescriptionPrinciples of developmental, social, and cognitive psychology as applied to education, with a focus on how children learn. Examination of the impact on learning of race, class, gender, and ethnicity, including a comparative analysis of cultural differences in American schools. Through structured service learning experiences in local schools, students reflect through writing on ethical issues in teaching. Required service learning. Instructor: Linnenbrink-Garcia, Malone |
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PSY 108A |
Educational Psychology | 1 | 02 | TuTh 02:50 PM-04:05 PM | Soc/Psych 237 |
Course DescriptionPrinciples of developmental, social, and cognitive psychology as applied to education, with a focus on how children learn. Examination of the impact on learning of race, class, gender, and ethnicity, including a comparative analysis of cultural differences in American schools. Through structured service learning experiences in local schools, students reflect through writing on ethical issues in teaching. Required service learning. Instructor: Linnenbrink-Garcia, Malone |
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PSY 109A |
Hlth Psych/behav Change (a,s) | 1 | 01 | MW 02:50 PM-04:05 PM | Languages 211 |
Course DescriptionThe interplay of psychological, social, cultural and biological factors in health and disease prevention. Major topics include psychosocial and contextual influences on health and behavior; the design and evaluation of individual treatments and population interventions; stress and coping; psychosocial impacts of disease on patients and families. Emphasis on theory, research design, and causal inference. Students should have basic understanding of social science research methods. Instructor: Bennett, Sikkema |
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PSY 111 |
Learning/adaptive Behav | 1 | 01 | TuTh 10:05 AM-11:20 AM | Old Chem 116 |
Course DescriptionPrinciples of instrumental learning in animals and humans. Topics include elicitation, classical conditioning, reinforcement, punishment, problem solving, behavioral economics, and verbal behavior. Focus on empirical data, quantitative analysis, research methodology, and technologies generated from learning research. Instructor: Schmajuk |
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PSY 114 |
Personality | 1 | 01 | TuTh 02:50 PM-04:05 PM | Physics 128 |
Course DescriptionTheory and research dealing with the human personality, focusing on universal features of personality that are part of human nature, ways in which personality variables and processes differ across people, and the processes through which personality relates to thought, emotion, and behavior. Topics include personality traits, genetic and biological influences on personality, cognitive aspects of personality, motivation and emotion, self and identity, unconscious processes, personality measurement, and personality dysfunctions. Students required to participate in psychological research. Instructor: Curry, Leary, Fitzgerald |
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PSY 115 |
Psych Of Consumers | 1 | 01 | Tu 04:25 PM-06:55 PM | Soc/Psych 126 |
Course DescriptionThe psychology of consumers and ways of influencing consumer behavior. How knowledge of consumer psychology and behavior is used to develop marketing techniques. How to use consumer psychology in making business decisions; the ethical issues associated with consumer influence. Instructor: Chartrand |
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PSY 117 |
Intro Stat Methods In Psy | 1 | 001 | TuTh 01:15 PM-02:30 PM | Soc/Psych 130 |
Course DescriptionIntroduction to statistical methods commonly used in psychological research. Topics in applied statistical methods including: measures of central tendency and variability; probability and distributions; confidence intervals and hypothesis testing; t-test and analysis of variance; correlation and regression; and chi-square tests. Calculate and interpret statistics with reference to data and research questions typical in psychological research. Includes a lab section with instruction in the management and analysis of psychological data using statistical software designed for use in social science research. Required for the major. Instructor: Hoyle |
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PSY 117 |
Intro Stat Methods In Psy | 1 | 01L | Th 02:50 PM-04:05 PM | Perkins 2-072 |
Course DescriptionIntroduction to statistical methods commonly used in psychological research. Topics in applied statistical methods including: measures of central tendency and variability; probability and distributions; confidence intervals and hypothesis testing; t-test and analysis of variance; correlation and regression; and chi-square tests. Calculate and interpret statistics with reference to data and research questions typical in psychological research. Includes a lab section with instruction in the management and analysis of psychological data using statistical software designed for use in social science research. Required for the major. Instructor: Hoyle |
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PSY 117 |
Intro Stat Methods In Psy | 1 | 02L | Th 04:25 PM-05:40 PM | Perkins 2-072 |
Course DescriptionIntroduction to statistical methods commonly used in psychological research. Topics in applied statistical methods including: measures of central tendency and variability; probability and distributions; confidence intervals and hypothesis testing; t-test and analysis of variance; correlation and regression; and chi-square tests. Calculate and interpret statistics with reference to data and research questions typical in psychological research. Includes a lab section with instruction in the management and analysis of psychological data using statistical software designed for use in social science research. Required for the major. Instructor: Hoyle |
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PSY 117 |
Intro Stat Methods In Psy | 1 | 03L | F 08:30 AM-09:45 AM | Perkins 2-072 |
Course DescriptionIntroduction to statistical methods commonly used in psychological research. Topics in applied statistical methods including: measures of central tendency and variability; probability and distributions; confidence intervals and hypothesis testing; t-test and analysis of variance; correlation and regression; and chi-square tests. Calculate and interpret statistics with reference to data and research questions typical in psychological research. Includes a lab section with instruction in the management and analysis of psychological data using statistical software designed for use in social science research. Required for the major. Instructor: Hoyle |
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PSY 117 |
Intro Stat Methods In Psy | 1 | 04L | F 02:50 PM-04:05 PM | Perkins 2-072 |
Course DescriptionIntroduction to statistical methods commonly used in psychological research. Topics in applied statistical methods including: measures of central tendency and variability; probability and distributions; confidence intervals and hypothesis testing; t-test and analysis of variance; correlation and regression; and chi-square tests. Calculate and interpret statistics with reference to data and research questions typical in psychological research. Includes a lab section with instruction in the management and analysis of psychological data using statistical software designed for use in social science research. Required for the major. Instructor: Hoyle |
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PSY 119B |
Child Clinical Psych | 1 | 01 | TuTh 11:40 AM-12:55 PM | Soc/Psych 126 |
Course DescriptionThe etiology and developmental course of major childhood psychological disorders. Practices of assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of childhood psychological disorders and the research that supports these practices. Emphasis on understanding interactions among individual child, family, and social factors in the etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of childhood psychological disorders. Instructor: Hardy |
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PSY 119C |
Adv Abnormal Psychology (a,p) | 1 | 01 | TuTh 10:05 AM-11:20 AM | Soc/Psych 127 |
Course DescriptionAn advanced course in the study of adult psychopathology. Lecture and readings emphasize psychological and neuroscience perspectives on disorders such as depression and schizophrenia. Readings are both textbook chapters and journal articles. Topics also include the logic of diagnostic systems, methodological and ethical issues in psychopathology research, integration across levels of analysis, and translating research findings into effective interventions. *This class satisfies the methods requirement for the Psychology major. Instructor: Strauman |
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PSY 120B |
Inside The Disordered Brain | 1 | 01 | TuTh 10:05 AM-11:20 AM | Soc/Psych 130 |
Course DescriptionWhat brain circuits give rise to the dazzling diversity of human behavior, and how do even subtle disturbances within these circuits lead to abnormal behavior or psychopathology? This course provides students with a working knowledge of the brain circuits that create order in our social, emotional and cognitive worlds, and how disorder within these circuits leads to a broad range of psychopathology including depression, anxiety, phobias, PTSD, OCD, addiction, autism, schizophrenia, psychopathy and violence. Instructor: Hariri |
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PSY 122 |
Psychology Of Thinking | 1 | 01 | MWF 10:20 AM-11:10 AM | Perkins 2-071 |
Course DescriptionOverview of high level cognitive processes in both theoretical and applied areas. Emphasis on the research designs, methods, and reasoning for understanding how people engage in categorization, problem solving and decision making. The social implications of cognitive testing and an appreciation of the role of human factors in a technological age. Instructor: Marsh or Serra |
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PSY 124 |
Human Development | 1 | 01 | WF 10:05 AM-11:20 AM | Languages 211 |
Course DescriptionThe multidisciplinary nature of developmental research; the psychological, social, cultural, and biological paradigms as they relate to human development; normative and non-normative behaviors and changing cultural values across the life course; comparison of how different age groups (e.g., children, young adults) modify values to work within their specific cultural and social needs. Designed for sophomores enrolled in or considering the Certificate Program in Human Development. Consent required for juniors and seniors. Instructor: Gustafson, Maxson, or staff |
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PSY 128 |
The Creative Mind | 1 | 01 | W 01:15 PM-03:45 PM | Old Chem 116 |
Course DescriptionThe nature of the creative thinking; the conscious and unconscious processes involved. Creativity in problem solving, sciences and math, the visual arts, literature, music, movies, theater, business, and destruction. Instructor: Schmajuk |
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PSY 132 |
Decision Neuroscience (b,c) | 1 | 01 | MW 02:50 PM-04:05 PM | Perkins 2-088 |
Course DescriptionHow new research in neuroscience, cognitive psychology, and behavioral economics shapes our understanding of decision making. Topics include functional organization of key brain systems, approaches to measuring and interpreting neuroscience data, methods for measuring decision-making behavior, economic and cognitive modeling, and impact of neuroscience on real-world decision-making. Emerging topics will include applications in policy, marketing, and finance. Prior coursework in neuroscience or decision sciences is strongly recommended. Instructor: Huettel |
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PSY 135 |
Fundamentals Neurosci | 1 | 001 | WF 01:15 PM-02:30 PM | Soc/Psych 130 |
Course DescriptionIntroduction to neuroscience, including: basic physiology; microstructure and anatomy of neural tissues; mechanisms of neuronal development and integration; sensory-motor control; auditory, visual, and olfactory systems; the neural foundations of animal behavior; and the evolution of nervous systems. Emphasis on the development and critical evaluation of neuronal theories of brain function using biochemical, mathematical, and/or deductive/inductive models of reasoning and experimentation. Instructor: Bilbo or Meck |
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PSY 135 |
Fundamentals Neurosci | 1 | 01D | W 04:40 PM-05:30 PM | Soc/Psych 128 |
Course DescriptionIntroduction to neuroscience, including: basic physiology; microstructure and anatomy of neural tissues; mechanisms of neuronal development and integration; sensory-motor control; auditory, visual, and olfactory systems; the neural foundations of animal behavior; and the evolution of nervous systems. Emphasis on the development and critical evaluation of neuronal theories of brain function using biochemical, mathematical, and/or deductive/inductive models of reasoning and experimentation. Instructor: Bilbo or Meck |
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PSY 135 |
Fundamentals Neurosci | 1 | 02D | Th 11:55 AM-12:45 PM | Physics 154 |
Course DescriptionIntroduction to neuroscience, including: basic physiology; microstructure and anatomy of neural tissues; mechanisms of neuronal development and integration; sensory-motor control; auditory, visual, and olfactory systems; the neural foundations of animal behavior; and the evolution of nervous systems. Emphasis on the development and critical evaluation of neuronal theories of brain function using biochemical, mathematical, and/or deductive/inductive models of reasoning and experimentation. Instructor: Bilbo or Meck |
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PSY 135 |
Fundamentals Neurosci | 1 | 03D | Th 03:05 PM-03:55 PM | Bio Sci 063 |
Course DescriptionIntroduction to neuroscience, including: basic physiology; microstructure and anatomy of neural tissues; mechanisms of neuronal development and integration; sensory-motor control; auditory, visual, and olfactory systems; the neural foundations of animal behavior; and the evolution of nervous systems. Emphasis on the development and critical evaluation of neuronal theories of brain function using biochemical, mathematical, and/or deductive/inductive models of reasoning and experimentation. Instructor: Bilbo or Meck |
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PSY 135 |
Fundamentals Neurosci | 1 | 04D | Th 04:40 PM-05:30 PM | Gray 319 |
Course DescriptionIntroduction to neuroscience, including: basic physiology; microstructure and anatomy of neural tissues; mechanisms of neuronal development and integration; sensory-motor control; auditory, visual, and olfactory systems; the neural foundations of animal behavior; and the evolution of nervous systems. Emphasis on the development and critical evaluation of neuronal theories of brain function using biochemical, mathematical, and/or deductive/inductive models of reasoning and experimentation. Instructor: Bilbo or Meck |
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PSY 136 |
Brain And Behavior (b) | 1 | 01 | TuTh 06:00 PM-07:15 PM | Old Chem 116 |
Course DescriptionIntroduces students to behavioral neuroscience--the study of how the brain generates behavior. Focus on detailed biological mechanisms underlying specific behaviors in many organisms, especially mammals. Topics covered include control of movement, sleep, learning and memory, motivation, emotion, and decision making. Instructor: Yin |
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PSY 138 |
Social Psychology Of Business | 1 | 01 | Th 04:25 PM-06:55 PM | Sanford 04 |
Course DescriptionApplication of social psychological principles to the understanding of how businesses respond to significant environmental change. Focus on multinational firms to allow for consideration of cross-cultural influences. Instructor: Gerend and Bleak |
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PSY 150RE |
Res Meth Psycholog Sci | 1 | 01 | TuTh 02:50 PM-04:05 PM | Social Sciences 311 |
Course DescriptionHands-on experience in designing and conducting research in psychology. Theoretical topics include experimental and non-experimental methods, including observational, archival, and case-study methods. Problems of validity and control. Using these theoretical tools, students review literature, design experiments, collect data, analyze data, and write papers on areas such as learning, cognitive science, sensation and perception, and social and psychology. Formerly Psychology 101. Instructor: Cooper, Schwartz, or Staff |
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PSY 155S |
Community Intervention Researc | 1 | 01 | Tu 01:15 PM-03:45 PM | Soc/Psych 319 |
Course DescriptionTheories, methods and evaluation of health promotion and disease prevention interventions. Emphasis on prevention intervention research and community based research methodology. Areas of focus: establish community partnerships, use of formative research in development of community interventions, prevention interventions, practical procedures for implementation, dissemination of findings, opportunities for translational research. Topics include HIV/AIDS, cancer, cardiovascular disease, reproductive health, psychiatric/mental health with domestic and international relevance. Combines didactic presentations, discussion, research critiques and development of research proposal. Instructor: Sikkema |
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PSY 156 |
Behavioral Neuroimmunology (b) | 1 | 01 | WF 10:05 AM-11:20 AM | Soc/Psych 129 |
Course DescriptionAn exploration of the interactions among the nervous, immune, and endocrine systems, and their consequences for neural function and behavior, using examples from both the human and animal literatures. Topics include the role of the immune system in cognition and emotions, neuroendocrine-immune interactions during stress, and the effects of stress on health and disease. The potential role of infections in the etiology of psychopathology (autism, schizophrenia) and neurodegenerative conditions (Parkinson's, Alzheimer's) will also be discussed. Instructor: Bilbo |
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PSY 158S |
Seeing And Knowing (c) | 1 | 01 | TuTh 10:05 AM-11:20 AM | LSRC B240 |
Course DescriptionCurrent research and debates in visual cognition. Topics include: visual attention and memory, role of awareness, effects of neurological disorders, and infant cognition. Instructor: Mitroff |
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PSY 159S |
Bio Psych Of Human Devel | 1 | 01 | W 04:25 PM-06:55 PM | Soc/Psych 319 |
Course DescriptionMultidisciplinary perspectives bearing on key processes in human development from infancy through old age; the way that biological and psychological processes act together in normal and pathological behavior and development. Clinical case material and videotapes. Open to juniors and seniors only, preferably Psychology majors and students in the Program in Human Development. Instructor: Thompson |
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PSY 163S |
Coping With Catastrphic Events | 1 | 01 | MW 04:25 PM-05:40 PM | Languages 207 |
Course DescriptionImpact, recovery process, and treatment techniques including psychological interventions focused on individuals, groups, and community. Instructor: Keefe |
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PSY 165S |
Neurobio Learning/memory | 1 | 01 | MW 11:40 AM-12:55 PM | Perkins 2-059 |
Course DescriptionThe literature on neurobiological mechanisms of learning and memory. Readings on important historical discoveries; studies on the processes whereby the brain encodes and stores information. Readings selected to integrate information from neuroanatomical, behavioral, neurochemical, and neurophysiological experiments related to memory. Instructor: Staff |
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PSY 167 |
Neuro Approaches To Soc Behav | 1 | 01 | TuTh 02:50 PM-04:05 PM | LSRC B240 |
Course DescriptionIncorporates social psychological questions and cognitive neuroscience methodologies to answer questions of social behavior and neural function. Covers a variety of scientific methods commonly used in social psychology, cognitive neuroscience, cognitive psychology, philosophy, computer science, developmental psychology, evolutionary anthropology, behavioral economics, and behavioral neuroscience, among others. Surveys the more common of these methodologies, focuses on fundamental questions in the field, prepares the student for research that address social questions relative to the brain, and neuroscience questions influenced by social behavior. Instructor: Harris |
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PSY 169S |
Neurobiology Of Pain | 1 | 01 | WF 01:15 PM-02:30 PM | Soc/Psych 319 |
Course DescriptionThe physiological basis of the pain system and its role in everyday life. Pain system disorders and dysfunctions, such as phantom limb pain, chronic pain, and fibromyalgia are discussed in terms of biological mechanisms and the perceptions and experiences of patients. Practice reading and writing scientific papers. Instructor: Murphy |
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PSY 170 |
Special Topics In Psychology | 1 | 01 | M 01:15 PM-03:45 PM | Social Sciences 119 |
Course DescriptionTopics vary by semester and section from the areas of Psychology: Abnormal/Health, Biological, Cognitive, Developmental or Social. Consent of instructor and/or specific Instructor: Staff |
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PSY 170 |
Special Topics In Psychology | 1 | 02 | TuTh 04:25 PM-05:40 PM | Languages 211 |
Course DescriptionTopics vary by semester and section from the areas of Psychology: Abnormal/Health, Biological, Cognitive, Developmental or Social. Consent of instructor and/or specific Instructor: Staff |
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PSY 178L |
Functional Neuroanatomy | 1 | 01 | M 04:25 PM-06:55 PM | GSRB II 3006 |
Course DescriptionFunctional Anatomy of the Human Brain. Overview of the structure of the human brain and spinal cord with team-based learning approaches and laboratory-based discovery. Hands-on examination of human brain specimens with guided explorations of external and internal brain structures. Dissections of human brains to facilitate discovery. Extensive use of interactive digital media to explore the gross anatomy of the central nervous system and the organization of the major neural systems underlying sensory, motor and cognitive function. Analysis of actual clinical cases representing a variety of neurological disorders. Minimum Instructor: White |
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PSY 181C |
Brain Waves And Cognition | 1 | 001 | W 02:50 PM-04:05 PM | LSRC B240 |
Course DescriptionCombined lecture/lab course on the event-related potential (ERP) method and its use in cognitive neuroscience. ERPs--electrical brain waves triggered by sensory and cognitive events--provide a powerful means to noninvasively study the timing and sequence of the neural activity underlying cognitive processes. How ERPs are generated, recorded, and analyzed, how they are used to study cognitive processes, and their relationship to other measures of brain activity. Students gain direct experience with the method in the lab. Instructor: Woldorff |
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PSY 181C |
Brain Waves And Cognition | 1 | 01L | W 04:25 PM-06:35 PM | Perkins 2-072 |
Course DescriptionCombined lecture/lab course on the event-related potential (ERP) method and its use in cognitive neuroscience. ERPs--electrical brain waves triggered by sensory and cognitive events--provide a powerful means to noninvasively study the timing and sequence of the neural activity underlying cognitive processes. How ERPs are generated, recorded, and analyzed, how they are used to study cognitive processes, and their relationship to other measures of brain activity. Students gain direct experience with the method in the lab. Instructor: Woldorff |
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PSY 183B |
Child Observation | 1 | 01 | M 02:50 PM-05:20 PM | Soc/Psych 319 |
Course DescriptionIntroduction of research methods used to study children, with particular emphasis on observational techniques. Focus on developing proficiency in research methodology, becoming skilled at communicating research findings to other psychologists, and increasing knowledge and expertise with young children. Prior course in Statistics is strongly recommended. Junior and Senior only and consent of instructor required. Instructor: Grimes |
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PSY 185B |
Res Meth In Social Psy | 1 | 01 | MW 10:05 AM-11:20 AM | Soc/Psych 237 |
Course DescriptionStudy of empirical research methods used to study contemporary issues in social psychology, including both experimental and non-experimental strategies. Instructor: Costanzo, Richman, or Robinson |
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PSY 185E |
Research Methods In Gh | 1 | 01 | TuTh 10:05 AM-11:20 AM | Perkins 2-087 |
Course DescriptionIntroduction to research methods through examination of a variety of methodological techniques in behavioral and social sciences and relevant to multidisciplinary GH research. Problem-based approach to practice identifying GH questions of interest, ways to operationalize and test them, including strengths and weaknesses of different approaches. Focus on discussing current GH issues, exploring questions and solutions, reading and evaluating published research and interpreting results. Skills include identification of global health problems, awareness of contextual, behavioral, and ethical issues involved, conceptualization of research questions, and designing a research study. Instructor: Meade or Ariely |
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PSY 200A |
Distinction Thesis Workshop I | 1 | 01 | TuTh 08:30 AM-09:45 AM | Soc/Psych 126 |
Course DescriptionDesigned to help prepare students for writing of Graduation with Distinction thesis. (Restricted to distinction candidates.) Topics include: variation in experimental approach, design, and data analysis; thesis preparation using APA format; presentation of results for scientific conferences. Practical, science-writing workshops intermixed with research presentations by departmental faculty to provide different perspectives on methodology within the field. Satifactory/Unsatisfactory grading only. Consent of director of undergraduate studies required. Instructor: Staff |
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