Examines and explores concepts underlying a number of specific therapeutic approaches as well as problems and solutions regarding eclecticism and therapeutic integration. The relationship of psychology to social, community, and organizational change is examined. Consulting as a mental health professional is emphasized. Simultaneous, sequential, and hierarchical multiple regression and other advanced statistical topics are considered. Transforming non-linear data and detecting multicollinearity discussed.
Students analyze data using statistical software and interpret results.
Combines analysis of psychological processes with appropriate statistical techniques and applies them to investigations of consumer behavior. Couple, family, and group interventions used in clinical practice are explored from a systems perspective. Concepts and methods of couple, family, and group therapy are examined. Survey of the principles of drug action on the nervous system and behavior, with particular regard to drugs used in social, medical, and psychotherapeutic settings. Detailed examination of the ethical, legal, and professional issues that govern the practice of psychology.