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PIA 284: Theories Of Personality

3 credits

This course involves in-depth discussion of major perspectives on personality, including the psychodynamic, behavioral/cognitive-behavioral, trait, and humanistic frameworks. Empirical evidence related to each perspective is analyzed, and applications of personality theory and research in applied settings are described. (Distribution Reqs:Social Sciences)

Learning Goals

General Education Learning Goals: Communication, Critical and Integrative Thinking, and Information Literacy.In addition to addressing the three General Education Learning Goals listed above, the specific course objectives of Psychology 284 are to:• understand the key elements of major theories of personality• become familiar with research testing each theory• use these theories to examine current approaches to psychological diagnosis, assessment, and treatment

*The learning goals displayed here are those for one section of this course as offered in a recent semester, and are provided for the purpose of information only. The exact learning goals for each course section in a specific semester will be stated on the syllabus distributed at the start of the semester, and may differ in wording and emphasis from those shown here.

Sections Offered: Spring 2024

Theories Of Personality
0501-284-002 C. Mastorakis Tue/Thu 10:50 am - 12:05 pm GC - LVH 309 3 This Course is Filled to Capacity

 
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