Theoretical and research contributions will be emphasized. Problems of diagnosis, and treatment are considered in detail. PSY0352 A study of the biological, physiological, social, and cultural aspects of female development. An analysis of the gender roles, identity, and conflicts of the contemporary woman will be presented. This course examines the major social issues surrounding race and ethnic relations in America.
Special emphasis is placed on the causes and consequences of prejudice and discrimination.
Racism, broadly defined, is analyzed in both the historical and contemporary contests. Future prospects are discussed. This course provides students with a basic understanding of development of the scientific study of crime. Emphasis is on the formation of the philosophies and theoretical orientations to crime causation. Attention is also given to the apprehension, court actions, punishment, and treatment techniques related to the adult criminal.