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2012-2013 Undergraduate Academic Catalog 
    
2012-2013 Undergraduate Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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SS 460 - Foundations of Psychology

3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
This course provides an overview of the diverse discipline of psychology, the scientific study of behavior and mental processes, and the applications gained from this knowledge. The course emphasizes the fundamental methods and theories in psychology, the historical development of the field, and current research and applications. Topics of discussion include personality theories and human development, emotions and motivation, learning and memory, cognition and perception, psychopathology, and social psychology. Through this course the student should gain an increased understanding of the field of psychology, an enhanced ability to think critically and the ability to apply psychological principles to everyday life.



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