New PSYC 491 courses added to January term

Course descriptions:

PSYC491 A03 – T/R 4:30-5:50pm with Dr. Andrew Howell

The Psychology of Wellness. This seminar focuses on psychological processes and conditions that foster well-being. Students will examine and discuss theoretical perspectives on well-being (e.g., self-determination theory) and contemporary research on such topics as subjective well-being, contextual influences on well-being, mindfulness, realistic optimism, sustainable well-being, meaning-in-life, social media use and well-being, and well-being interventions. (Prerequisite: PSYC300A)

PSYC491 A04 - T/W/F 1:30-2:20pm with Dr. Jody Bain

Forensic Psychology - Forensic psychology is the interface between psychology and the law, so all psychological services provided for the legal community are forensic psychological services. However, most forensic psychologists provide services which are both clinical and forensic in nature. When a psychologist treats an individual who was emotionally traumatized by an accident, the treatment is clinical in nature … But, when the psychologist is asked to provide a report for the court, regarding the extent of the trauma, and to assess the psychological damage incurred, then the psychologist is providing forensic services” (Franklin, 2006). Topics covered in this course will include but not be limited to: victimizers and victims, anger management, violence and violent offenders, abuse and sexual offenders, juvenile offenders, male offenders, female offenders, mental health, mental handicap, and dual diagnoses. Crime, deviance, and justice issues will be examined. (Prerequisite: PSYC300A)