Apr 19, 2024  
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PSY 315 - Psychology of Women

Three Credits
Spring Semesters

Examination of how and why women behave as they do, both from the perspective of cultural beliefs and scientific research. Topics include: contemporary psychodynamic and social constructionist theories of women’s psychology; theoretical models of gender identity and gender roles as well as empirical bases for claims about gender differences; specific disorders associated with women; trends in current theory building; and language and communication bias.

Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): PSY 101 .
Note: Course may be applied to the Gender & Sexuality Studies program.