PSY 410 - Psychology and Women (Effective Spring 2020: Psychology of Women and Gender) Credits: 3

Effective until Spring 2020: Focus on views of women in early psychology, then turns to an in-depth analysis of the psychological aspects of issues affecting women. Topics include: current and historical psychological theories about women and sex differences; achievement motivation; women and mental illness; psychological aspects of menstruation; female sexuality; women’s romantic relationships and friendships; reactions to victimization (rape, domestic violence; obsessive relationships and stalking, sexual abuse); psychological consequences of women’s physical appearance; body image and eating disorders; prejudice and discrimination against women; consequences of inclusive vs. noninclusive language; improving communication and cooperation between men and women.

Effective Spring 2020: Focus on views about women in early psychology, then turns to an in-depth analysis of psychological issues affecting women and girls. Topics may include historical and current theories of gender, power, gender similarities/differences, gender development, gender identity, sexual orientation, sexuality, marriage, mothering, work/achievement, aging, gender violence, mental health, and feminist therapy.

Prerequisite(s): Requires at least junior standing.

Effective Spring 2020: PSY 101 or HON 151 or permission of instructor
Graduate Credit: This course is not available for graduate credit.