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An introduction to the complementary but different roles of sensory systems and perceptual processes as related to how humans sense, perceive, think about, and react to the world. The basics of biological processes, neural anatomy, physiology, and psychophysics will be covered. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 1301, PSYC 3333, or concurrent enrollment in PSYC 3333, or consent of instructor.

An introduction to the symptomatology and etiology of behavioral, emotional, and mental disorders, with consideration of modern therapeutic approaches. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing

Psychological factors and issues related specifically to children and adolescents. This course covers developmental issues confronting children and adolescents; includes developmental issues confronting children and adolescents as well as examines problems and concerns unique to persons in this age group.  Prerequisite: Sophomore standing

Child and Adolescent Psychopathology studies psychological issues within the context of human development. Research shows that adult psychopathology often has its origins in developmental deviations in childhood adolescence. The developmental approach to understand psychopathology will be emphasized in this course.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing

A background in historical and contemporary social psychological theories. An analysis of social factors at work in the development of the individual through childhood, adolescence, and adulthood. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing

 Examination of the links between mind and body, focusing on the ways in which biopsychosocial factors influence health and well-being, illness, and adaptation to disease. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing

A survey of the major theories and theoretical systems and their historical development. Includes an integration of Christian beliefs, the student's own philosophical presuppositions, and current psychological theories. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing

An introduction to neuroanatomy and brain functioning. This course is an examination of brain-behavior relationships and provides a thorough understanding of cognitive disorders. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing

An introduction to the complementary but different roles of sensory systems and perceptual processes as related to how humans sense, perceive, think about, and react to the world. The basics of biological processes, neural anatomy, physiology, and psychophysics will be covered. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing

Taking the cognitive point of view, this course treats man as an active processor of information. Methods to improve memory, learning, and problem solving are shown from both the informational and practical perspectives. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing