PSYH 200 Introduction to Psychology
Emphasis on the study of human behavior and the ability of the individual to make adjustments to his environment.

PSYH 201  Psychology of Personal Adjustment
Factors determining the development of personality, principals of mental health, and problems involved in the dynamics of human adjustment.

PSYH 202 Forensic Psychology
An application of psychological principals to the criminal justice system. Topics include: the relationship between the legal and mental health systems, the assessment of criminal responsibility, the psychodynamics of criminal behavior, and intervention strategies.

PSYH 210  Child Development
Emphasis on recent child development theories with laboratory experiences with children on a  one-to-one basis.

PSYH 215  Physiological Psychology
This Course examines the biochemical, neuroanatomical, and physiological bases of human and animal behaviors such as sensory perception, motor function, language, learning, memory, and emotion. Prerequisite:  PSYH 200, or permission of the instructor

PSYH 290  Clinical Psychology
An introduction to the basics of clinical psychology. This course stresses the importance of theory, quality research, prevention, assessment skills, and clinical abilities in interventions. Reviews and examines three theoretical perspectives - psychoanalytic, behavioral, and phenomenological - and makes use of case material and real-world applications to illustrate each theoretical approach. There will be an emphasis on the advantages of the scientist - practitioner model of preparation for the multitude of functions available to clinical psychologists.Prerequisite:  PSYH 200 or permission of the instructor

PSYH 330  Social Psychology
Major emphasis is on problems involved in human relations. Designed to help the individual to understand and adjust to group thought and action. Attention is given to recent psychological and sociological research in human relations. Prerequisites  PSYH 200 or permission of the instructor.

PSYH 332  Lifespan Development
This course examines the theories and research on psychological development from birth to death.  This course will focus on the topical areas of physical, cognitive, and social changes that occur throughout life.  Prerequisites  PSYH 200 or permission of the instructor.

PSYH 350 Cognition
An introduction to the study of human information processing. Topics include attention, thinking, pattern recognition, short and long-term memory, semantic memory, mental imagery, problem solving, creativity, and language acquisition. Prerequisite:  PSYH 200 or permission of the instructor

PSYH 352  Abnormal Psychology
Mental disorder, changing conceptions of normality, the more common forms of mental disorders, their psychological interpretation, principles of effective mental hygiene, and contemporary approaches to psychotherapy. Prerequisites: PSYH 200 or permission of the instructor

 PSYH 360  Sensation and Perception
An introduction to the principles and theories of human perception. The anatomy and physiology of different sensory modalities are examined. Topics include: vision, hearing, touch, taste, and smell. Psychophysics is covered. Prerequisites: PSYH 200 or permission of the instructor

PSYH 361  Psychology of Learning
Basic concepts and principles of learning with emphasis upon human and animal laboratory studies. Prerequisites:  PSYH 200 or permission of the instructor

PSYH 372  Experimental Psychology
This course will build on the concepts and principles learned in BHSC 245 and 246.  Topics include ethics in research, writing research proposals and reports, selecting the appropriate research design and statistical analyses, performing literature researches and critically reviewing published research reports. Students will be introduced to frequently used statistical and graphic computer packages in psychology. Students will be required to write a research proposal that includes hypothesis, literature review, and experimental plan. If approved by the professor, students may choose to implement the research proposal in PSYH 492. Prerequisites:  PSYH 200, BHSC 245 and 246.

PSYH 390  Classics in Psychology I
Students will read and discuss classics in the history of psychology: includes Ancient, Medieval, and Renaissance authors. Prerequisites:  PSYH 200 or permission of the instructor

PSYH 391 Classics in Psychology II  Students will read and discuss classics in the history of psychology: field of experimental and scientific psychology: includes contemporary authors in the field of experimental and scientific psychology. Prerequisites:  PSYH 200 or permission of the instructor

PSYH 402  Counseling Theories and Techniques  Basic theories, types and techniques of counseling. Practice in individual and group techniques of interviewing.  Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor required

PSYH 405 Foundations of Chemical Dependency I
Introduction to the foundations of the alcohol and drug abuse rehabilitation field.  Emphasis on the roles and responsibilities of the addictions counselor.  Focus is on the first six of the twelve core functions: screening, intake, orientation, assessment, treatment planning, and basic counseling skill.  Interactive work stressed.

PSYH 406 Foundations of Chemical Dependency II
Introduction to the foundations of the alcohol and drug abuse rehabilitation field.  Emphasis on the roles and responsibilities of the addictions counselor.  Focus is on the last six of the twelve core functions: case management, crisis intervention, client education, referral, reports and recordkeeping, and consultation with other professionals in regard to client treatment and services.  Interactive work stressed.

PSYH 407 Ethical Issues in Chemical Dependency Treatment
Introduce students to the ethical issues involved in chemical dependency treatment.  Special attention will be given to the epidemiology of HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, tuberculosis, and sexually transmitted diseases that frequently infect people who use drugs or who are chemically dependent. Students will examine treatment options and prevention strategies.  The ethical and legal issues that impact infected individuals as well as the larger community will be explored.  Students are expected to demonstrate respect fro the client and an appreciation of individual and cultural differences, including sexual orientation.  They are also expected to explore their own attitudes and biases about HIV/AIDS and infectious diseases.

PSYH 410 Psychology of Addictions 
Major emphasis is on factors determining the development of addictions, including physiological, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral dimensions of the addictive process. Also emphasizes intervention and treatment strategies for the various types of chemical dependency and substance abuse.  Prerequisites: PSYH 200 or permission of the instructor

PSYH 413 Recovery & Relapse
This course is designed to address the diverse issues that are related to the recovery from addiction as an ongoing process involving psychical, psychological, social, intellectual, spiritual and cultural aspects of the individual.  Major themes of the course include the passages of recovery, relapse prevention principles, relapse warning signs, and the twelve-step approach to recovery.  Using a holistic perspective, students will gain insight into basic recovery principles as they are related to the process and prevention of relapse.

PSYH 424 Biological Systems of Chemical Dependence
Exploration of the physiological effects of chemical use on human biological systems and human development.  Emphasizes identification and management of chemically induced crisis situations, including issues in co-morbidity and prevention.

PSYH 450 Practicum in Counseling Psychology
Supervised practical field experience in approved practicum sites, with an academic component designed to strengthen the student's theoretical background with regard to the work of the practicum.  Sites will involve working in the area of counseling and psychotherapy, or related psychological service opportunities.  The practicum is intended to integrate classroom theory and learning with formal work experience.  Practicum sites are selected by the student on an individualized basis and in consultation with the instructor.  Only those sites which provide adequate supervision and educational value for the student will be approved for the practicum experience.

PSYH 460  Theories of Personality
Nature of personality structure and dynamics. Classical psychoanalysis, social psychological and stimulus-response theories included. Prerequisites:  PSYH 200 or permission of the instructor

PSYH 461 History and Systems of Psychology
Origins of psychological thought within science and philosophy, tracing the development of systems and theories within German, British, American psychology. Prerequisites: PSYH 200 or permission of the instructor

PSYH 470 Theories of Learning
Basic fundamentals of learning theory as formulated by such theorist as Thorndike, Pavlov, Guthrie, Skinner, and hull. Attention is given to the empirical support of various theories. Prerequisites:  PSYH 200 or permission of the instructor

PSYH 472 Experimental Psychology
Advanced study in experimental methods in psychology. Research methodology will be reviewed and then applied through a semester-long research project in an area of interest to the student, resulting in a professionally-formatted document to be potentially considered for professional presentation or publication. Prerequisites: PSYH 200, Behavioral Science 245 and 246

PSYH 480  Special Topics in Psychology
An intensive study of selected topics of interest within the discipline of psychology. May be repeated for credit as the topic varies. Prerequisites:  PSYH 200 or Permission of the instructor

PSYH 490 Contemporary Issues in Psychology

Building on the classical and historical background provided in the liberal education core, this senior seminar course provides students the opportunity for intensive study in the contemporary issues and future directions within the discipline of psychology. In this capstone course, the student will complete a Senior Project under the direction of an advisor in either clinical or experimental psychology. Prerequisites:  PSYH 461 and senior classification. This course is intended for senior psychology majors.

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