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PSY150 General Psychology
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| Students will be introduced to the basic schools of thought within the field of psychology. Four major aspects of psychology will then be considered: (a) theories of personality and human development, (b) stress and adaptation, (c) interpersonal relationships and (d) psychopathology and therapy. These concepts will be explored in the light of research, personal experience, and a consideration of Biblical principles that apply to the study of human behavior. Throughout this introductory overview of the field, students will be assessed in, reflect upon, discuss, and write about the insights gained about themselves.
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PSY155 Personal Adjustment
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3 |
| This course encompasses a study of stress management and coping skills, the factors that contribute to self-esteem and the maintenance of healthy interpersonal relationships, and the skills required for successful conflict resolution. The course will focus on strategies for developing and maintaining positive mental health. A theoretical framework is presented with a strong emphasis on practical application. |
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PSY162 Physiological Psychology
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3 |
| A study of the neurophysiology that underlies human behavior. Emphasis will be given to the mechanisms of the central nervous system which mediate sensation, perception, consciousness, motivation, learning, and emotional behavior. Offered Spring.
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PSY210 Introduction to Art Therapy
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3 |
| Designed to acquaint the Pre-Art Therapy major with practices and opportunities offered in this field. Offered alternative Spring Terms.
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PSY225 Learning and Motivation
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3 |
| The major goal of the course is that the student understand the basic principles of conditioning, motivation, and learning derived from experimental research. Students will be encouraged to see the ready application of those principles to the human context in everyday life with numerous illustrations of the application of these principles to the field, to business settings and to therapeutic situations. Course topics may provide an overview of ongoing research within experimental, cognitive, behavioral, and biological psychology. Offered May Term.
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PSY227 Advanced Topics in Behavioral, Cognintive, and Neuropsychological Research
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| The course is the alternative to PSY225 for students in the pre-professional track within the psychology major, and planning on pursuing graduate studies in the field. Course topics will provide a more in-depth and rigorous overview of the current state of the science with respect to ongoing research in various topics within experimental, cognitive, behavioral, biological and neuro psychology. Computer-based labs and demonstrations will be included and required for all of these research domains, with an emphasis on emerging areas of application and clinical specialization for psychology career professionals. Students will also be asked to consider the implications of these areas of scientific research on their Christian perspective in psychology. Students may substitute PSY227 for PSY225 or they may earn credit in both. Offered May Term.
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PSY250 Developmental Psychology
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3 |
| A survey of human development and changes throughout the life cycle. Prerequisite: PSY150.
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PSY251 Child Development
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3 |
| The development and characteristics of the child at various stages of his physical, social, and mental growth as it relates to the principles of the learning process and methods of measurement and evaluation. Problems of prediction, guidance, and control of child behavior will be explored. Prerequisite: PSY150. |
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PSY252 Adolescent Growth and Development
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| Emphasizes mental, physical, and personality development of the individual during the transitional years from childhood to maturity as it relates to the principles of the learning process and methods of measurement and evaluation. Prerequisite: PSY150. |
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PSY276 Psychology of the Exceptional Child |
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This course will explore the needs of children who differ in cognitive-academic, social-emotional, physical-sensory characteristics. (Required for all Education majors.)
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PSY290 Psychology Seminar
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| Introduction to career options within the field of psychology. Includes career testing, screening, and preparation for department interview. Offered Fall Term only.
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PSY291 Urban Encounter for the Helping Profession
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| All psychology majors are expected to participate in a field trip to Olive Branch Mission, Chicago, Illinois. The purpose of the trip is to provide students an urban, cross-cultural experience as well as exposure to the diversity and universality of human experience and behavior. Students will be encouraged to live out the love of Jesus in connecting with the people of the Olive Branch community. Students will interview ministerial staff and seek out opportunities to dialogue with those served by the mission. These interactions will provide the basis for a four- to five-page reaction paper upon returning to IWU. Students will reflect on the impact of this experience in terms of their personal development, faith, and sense of life calling.
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PSY296 Transactional Analysis
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| Consideration will be given to the theoretical and technical basis of TA as developed by Eric Berne. The basic concepts of structure, transaction, game, and script analysis will be studied, as well as the application of these concepts to individual and group counseling.
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