39 courses with the subject PSY, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
PSY 100Introduction to Psychology. 4. Introduction to the science of behavior including study of motivation, learning and remembering, the brain, perception and thinking, social processes, and developmental behavior disorders. Includes instruction on basic research methods in psychology, and requires students to find, read, and analyze primary research articles. Fulfills social science requirement (1998). Social/behavioral science requirement2019
Introduction to the science of behavior including study of motivation, learning and remembering, the brain, perception and thinking, social processes, and developmental behavior disorders. Includes instruction on basic research methods in psychology, and requires students to find, read, and analyze primary research articles. Fulfills social science requirement (1998). Social/behavioral science requirement (2019).
PSY 210Mexican Childhoods. 4. Mexican Childhoods is a team-taught, interdisciplinary course that explores empirical research on childhood and artistic representations of childhoods in Mexico, in addition to oral and literary cultures of Mexican childhoods. The course brings into focus Mexico, a country whose culture and history have important implications for life in the U.S.. The course includes a weeklong immersion in Oaxaca, Mexico, allowing students to witness varied experiences and representations of Mexican childhoods while learning from local experts. Some of the topics covered in this course will include: concepts of death in Mexican childhoods, the oral culture of Mexican childhoods (including riddles and folktales), diversity of caregiving practices, intergenerational transmission of cultural practices (indigenous, elite, religious, etc.), children's rights, and experiences of migrantes retornados (Mexican and Mexican-heritage children who have moved from the U.S. to Mexico).Prerequisite: Preference will be given to students who (a) have connections to Mexico, (b) are Spanish speakers, or (c) who are at least at the intermediate level in Guilford College Spanish courses; because the course includes extensive interaction with monolingual individuals in Mexico, Spanish speakers are crucial
Mexican Childhoods is a team-taught, interdisciplinary course that explores empirical research on childhood and artistic representations of childhoods in Mexico, in addition to oral and literary cultures of Mexican childhoods. The course brings into focus Mexico, a country whose culture and history have important implications for life in the U.S.. The course includes a weeklong immersion in Oaxaca, Mexico, allowing students to witness varied experiences and representations of Mexican childhoods while learning from local experts. Some of the topics covered in this course will include: concepts of death in Mexican childhoods, the oral culture of Mexican childhoods (including riddles and folktales), diversity of caregiving practices, intergenerational transmission of cultural practices (indigenous, elite, religious, etc.), children's rights, and experiences of migrantes retornados (Mexican and Mexican-heritage children who have moved from the U.S. to Mexico).
PSY 224Developmental Psychology. 4. Psychological aspects of human growth and development across the lifespan, with emphasis on emerging capacities, expanding behavior, and increasingly complex social interactions. Includes instruction on basic research methods in psychology, and requires students to find, read, and analyze primary research articles. Includes community engagement. Fulfills social science requirement (1998). Social/behavioral science requirement2019
Psychological aspects of human growth and development across the lifespan, with emphasis on emerging capacities, expanding behavior, and increasingly complex social interactions. Includes instruction on basic research methods in psychology, and requires students to find, read, and analyze primary research articles. Includes community engagement. Fulfills social science requirement (1998). Social/behavioral science requirement (2019).
PSY 230Spotlight on Therapy. 4. This course will introduce students to basic therapy concepts, techniques, and models. We will use television shows, movies, and in-class demonstrations, and consider how the media portrayals compare to the real work of therapy
This course will introduce students to basic therapy concepts, techniques, and models. We will use television shows, movies, and in-class demonstrations, and consider how the media portrayals compare to the real work of therapy.
PSY 241Mass Media. 4. The study of mass media, including the impact of mass media on the ways people conceptualize the world, and the impact of mass media on human behavior. The course will look at a variety of media, including books and magazines, television, radio, film and the internet
The study of mass media, including the impact of mass media on the ways people conceptualize the world, and the impact of mass media on human behavior. The course will look at a variety of media, including books and magazines, television, radio, film and the internet.
PSY 242Psychology of African Americans. 4. The study of African Americans from a psychological point of view, with emphasis on theories, research and models as they pertain to African Americans. The course examines a variety of issues, such as: ethnic identity, personality traits, nonverbal communication, racism, mental health and the legal system. Fulfills diversity in the U.S
The study of African Americans from a psychological point of view, with emphasis on theories, research and models as they pertain to African Americans. The course examines a variety of issues, such as: ethnic identity, personality traits, nonverbal communication, racism, mental health and the legal system. Fulfills diversity in the U.S.
PSY 243Environmental Psychology. 4. Study of the impact of human knowledge, attitudes and behavior on environmental problems and their solution. Fulfills social justice/environmental responsibility requirements (1998). Evaluating systems and environments requirement2019
Study of the impact of human knowledge, attitudes and behavior on environmental problems and their solution. Fulfills social justice/environmental responsibility requirements (1998). Evaluating systems and environments requirement (2019).
PSY 259. ADHD and African American Children (AFAM 259). 4. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in African American children is a much-needed area of study. ADHD is one of the most diagnosed childhood behavior disorders. Traditional research has often failed to focus on African American children and youth with this disorder. In this course, we will explore characteristics, diagnosis, research, theories, treatment, and intervention techniques as it relates to African American children with this disorder. It will also address academic and behavioral challenges faced by this population, as well as the role that family, social, economic, and racial factors play in the diagnosis and treatment of this disorder. Fulfills diversity in the U.S. (1998). Sociocultural engagement requirement (2019).
PSY 259ADHD and African American Children (AFAM 259). 4. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in African American children is a much-needed area of study. ADHD is one of the most diagnosed childhood behavior disorders. Traditional research has often failed to focus on African American children and youth with this disorder. In this course, we will explore characteristics, diagnosis, research, theories, treatment, and intervention techniques as it relates to African American children with this disorder. It will also address academic and behavioral challenges faced by this population, as well as the role that family, social, economic, and racial factors play in the diagnosis and treatment of this disorder. Fulfills diversity in the U.S. (1998). Sociocultural engagement requirement2019
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in African American children is a much-needed area of study. ADHD is one of the most diagnosed childhood behavior disorders. Traditional research has often failed to focus on African American children and youth with this disorder. In this course, we will explore characteristics, diagnosis, research, theories, treatment, and intervention techniques as it relates to African American children with this disorder. It will also address academic and behavioral challenges faced by this population, as well as the role that family, social, economic, and racial factors play in the diagnosis and treatment of this disorder. Fulfills diversity in the U.S. (1998). Sociocultural engagement requirement (2019).
PSY 260Independent Study. 1-8. May also be offered at 360 and 460 levels. Intensive reading and/or independent research on a topic of interest to the student. By departmental approval
May also be offered at 360 and 460 levels. Intensive reading and/or independent research on a topic of interest to the student. By departmental approval.
PSY 263Prisons in US and Norway. 3-4. A comparison of prison systems in the U.S. and Norway from the perspectives of restorative justice, criminal justice, and psychology. Students will compare the goals, structures, and policies of the two systems, and consider the differential impact on violence, mental health, rehabilitation, and recidivism. Includes visits to prisons in the U.S. and Norway
A comparison of prison systems in the U.S. and Norway from the perspectives of restorative justice, criminal justice, and psychology. Students will compare the goals, structures, and policies of the two systems, and consider the differential impact on violence, mental health, rehabilitation, and recidivism. Includes visits to prisons in the U.S. and Norway.
PSY 270Interpersonal Communications (JPS 270). 4. Using an experiential learning laboratory approach, this course provides students with a solid theoretical foundation for understanding interpersonal communication, the internal dynamics that lead individuals to construct meaning and the skills needed to maintain effective relationships of all kinds
Using an experiential learning laboratory approach, this course provides students with a solid theoretical foundation for understanding interpersonal communication, the internal dynamics that lead individuals to construct meaning and the skills needed to maintain effective relationships of all kinds.
PSY 290Internship. 1-8. Community engagement, individually arranged so that students can become directly involved in work within the community. Highly recommended for all majors. May also be offered at the 390 level
Community engagement, individually arranged so that students can become directly involved in work within the community. Highly recommended for all majors. May also be offered at the 390 level.
PSY 301Research Methods and Analysis. 4. Application of methods for collecting and analyzing behavioral science data and for drawing inferences from such data.Prerequisite: PSY 100 and Historical Perspectives
Application of methods for collecting and analyzing behavioral science data and for drawing inferences from such data.
PSY 314Psychology of Parenthood. 4. Why choose parenthood or childfreedom? What's a "good parent?" And how do individual differences and sociocultural contexts (including power and privilege) influence parenthood? This course will teach you to apply evidence from psychology and related fields to parenthood. During the semester, you will construct a coherent, values-driven personal narrative about your experiences with parenthood and/or desires and intentions for future parenthood, childfreedom, or other caregiving.Prerequisite: Historical Perspectives and PSY 100 or 224
Why choose parenthood or childfreedom? What's a "good parent?" And how do individual differences and sociocultural contexts (including power and privilege) influence parenthood? This course will teach you to apply evidence from psychology and related fields to parenthood. During the semester, you will construct a coherent, values-driven personal narrative about your experiences with parenthood and/or desires and intentions for future parenthood, childfreedom, or other caregiving.
PSY 330Personality. 4. The study of personality from a variety of perspectives; Emphasis on different personality theories and techniques of assessment and research.Prerequisite: PSY 100 or 224
The study of personality from a variety of perspectives; Emphasis on different personality theories and techniques of assessment and research.
PSY 332Industrial and Organizational Psychology. 4. Application of psychology to problems of employee selection, motivation, training, work environment and human relations in business, industry and other organizations.Prerequisite: PSY 100 or 224
Application of psychology to problems of employee selection, motivation, training, work environment and human relations in business, industry and other organizations.
PSY 337Child and Adolescent Psychopathology. 4. Childhood and adolescent problems encountered by clinical psychologists, special education teachers, social workers, counselors and school psychologists examined in the context of normal child development. Emphasis is on psychological factors in deviant and disturbed behavior and treatment procedures. Includes community engagement.Prerequisite: PSY 100 or 224
Childhood and adolescent problems encountered by clinical psychologists, special education teachers, social workers, counselors and school psychologists examined in the context of normal child development. Emphasis is on psychological factors in deviant and disturbed behavior and treatment procedures. Includes community engagement.
PSY 338Theoretical Perspectives. 4. The course will focus on a major theoretical perspective in psychology, including behaviorism, cognitive psychology, humanistic psychology, or psychoanalytic psychology, one or more theorists within a perspective, or a comparison of theories or theorists. Rotating titles. Repeatable.Prerequisite: PSY 100 or 224
The course will focus on a major theoretical perspective in psychology, including behaviorism, cognitive psychology, humanistic psychology, or psychoanalytic psychology, one or more theorists within a perspective, or a comparison of theories or theorists. Rotating titles. Repeatable.
PSY 340Psychobiology (Biol 340). 4. Study of behavior from a biological point of view. Focus on the structure and function of the nervous system and on the relationships between behavior and the nervous system. Co-requisite: laboratory work.Prerequisite: either two courses in biology or one course in biology and one course in psychology
Study of behavior from a biological point of view. Focus on the structure and function of the nervous system and on the relationships between behavior and the nervous system. Co-requisite: laboratory work.
PSY 341Psychotherapy. 4. Studies psychotherapy?s theoretical foundations and the therapist?s practical skills. The course will explore four to six therapeutic approaches in depth. The therapies chosen will vary each semester, as will the focus on individual, group, family or child modalities.Prerequisite: PSY 100 or PSY 224
Studies psychotherapy?s theoretical foundations and the therapist?s practical skills. The course will explore four to six therapeutic approaches in depth. The therapies chosen will vary each semester, as will the focus on individual, group, family or child modalities.
PSY 342Adult Psychopathology. 4. This course examines psychological disturbances that may be diagnosed in adulthood, studied in the context of modern life, genetics, and the socio-cultural milieu.Prerequisite: PSY 100 or 224
This course examines psychological disturbances that may be diagnosed in adulthood, studied in the context of modern life, genetics, and the socio-cultural milieu.
PSY 343Sensory Systems (Biol 343). 4. Detailed study of each of the major sensory systems, including the anatomy and physiology of each system, an analysis of the stimulus and measurements of sensory abilities. Laboratory work.Prerequisite: either two courses in biology or one course in biology and one course in psychology
Detailed study of each of the major sensory systems, including the anatomy and physiology of each system, an analysis of the stimulus and measurements of sensory abilities. Laboratory work.
PSY 345Health Psychology. 4. This course uses the biopsychosocial perspective to understand how individual behaviors and lifestyles affect physical health. Health psychologists are active in both basic and applied research concerned with how biology, psychology, and the social context interact to influence health behaviors including seeking and receiving health care; managing and coping with pain and stress; lifestyle choices such as diet, exercise, and tobacco use; and dealing with chronic illnesses such as cancer and cardiovascular disease.Prerequisite: PSY 100 or PSY 224
This course uses the biopsychosocial perspective to understand how individual behaviors and lifestyles affect physical health. Health psychologists are active in both basic and applied research concerned with how biology, psychology, and the social context interact to influence health behaviors including seeking and receiving health care; managing and coping with pain and stress; lifestyle choices such as diet, exercise, and tobacco use; and dealing with chronic illnesses such as cancer and cardiovascular disease.
PSY 347Social Psychology. 4. Factors affecting the behavior of the individual in the social setting; laboratory and field research in social interaction.Prerequisite: PSY 100 or 224
Factors affecting the behavior of the individual in the social setting; laboratory and field research in social interaction.
PSY 349Multiculturalism and Psychology. 4. Examines various areas in which multiculturalism has been applied, such as education, mental health and counseling, and inter-group relations. Students investigate cultural differences in development, examine cultural and personal identity and explore ways of improving relations among cultures.Prerequisite: PSY 100 or 224. Fulfills diversity in the U.S. requirement (1998). Sociocultural engagement requirement2019
Examines various areas in which multiculturalism has been applied, such as education, mental health and counseling, and inter-group relations. Students investigate cultural differences in development, examine cultural and personal identity and explore ways of improving relations among cultures.
PSY 352Psychology of Language. 4. Study of the psychological aspects of language use, including language acquisition, language production and comprehension, the dynamics of interpersonal communication, and the relationship between language and thought. Also explores issues of memory, mental representation, and neuroscience as they relate to the study of language.Prerequisite: PSY 100 or 224
Study of the psychological aspects of language use, including language acquisition, language production and comprehension, the dynamics of interpersonal communication, and the relationship between language and thought. Also explores issues of memory, mental representation, and neuroscience as they relate to the study of language.
PSY 354Social Psychology and Film. 4. Film can be both a reflection of society and an agent for change. In this course, we will consider how social psychological principles are illustrated in film and how their depictions can be used to bring about social change, sometimes, but not always, for the better.Prerequisite: PSY100 or PSY224
Film can be both a reflection of society and an agent for change. In this course, we will consider how social psychological principles are illustrated in film and how their depictions can be used to bring about social change, sometimes, but not always, for the better.
PSY 363Prisons in US and Norway. 3-4. A comparison of prison systems in the U.S. and Norway from the perspectives of restorative justice, criminal justice, and psychology. Students will compare the goals, structures, and policies of the two systems, and consider the differential impact on violence, mental health, rehabilitation, and recidivism. Includes visits to prisons in the U.S. and Norway
A comparison of prison systems in the U.S. and Norway from the perspectives of restorative justice, criminal justice, and psychology. Students will compare the goals, structures, and policies of the two systems, and consider the differential impact on violence, mental health, rehabilitation, and recidivism. Includes visits to prisons in the U.S. and Norway.
PSY 445Contemporary Issues in the Social Sciences. 4. Selected theoretical and methodological issues of contemporary psychology. Fulfills the Senior Seminar requirement for the Integrative Experience.Prerequisite: IE 301 and a Research Methods Course (JPS 337, JPS 338, PSCI 455, PSY 301, SOAN 337, OR SPST 445)
Selected theoretical and methodological issues of contemporary psychology. Fulfills the Senior Seminar requirement for the Integrative Experience.
PSY 470Senior Thesis. 1-8. Major research project designed and conducted under the supervision of a faculty member.Prerequisite: PSY 301 and senior standing
Major research project designed and conducted under the supervision of a faculty member.
PSY 490Departmental Honors. 1-8. Thesis designed and conducted under the supervision of a committee, including one Chair who is in the psychology department and two other committee members (one inside and one outside the department). Requires a thesis defense to the committee and entire department. Departmental honors are awarded only after approval of the committee and department.Prerequisite: PSY 301, senior standing, 3.5 cumulative G.P.A. 5800 West Friendly Avenue Greensboro NC 27410 336.316.2000 admission@guilford.edu Information For
Thesis designed and conducted under the supervision of a committee, including one Chair who is in the psychology department and two other committee members (one inside and one outside the department). Requires a thesis defense to the committee and entire department. Departmental honors are awarded only after approval of the committee and department.
