The Psychology of Spiritual Development .......... ..... .. ... 3 An introductory exploration into the nature of spiritual formation and its relationship with psychology. Attention will be given to the nature of spiritual growth, the psychological hindrances to growth and how to address these for the sake of spiritual maturity. the course will also address various ways that Christians have sought to deepen their relationship with God, with speoal emphasis given to the nature and practice of prayer in the Church and the Ch ristian Life. Psychology of Marriage and Family Life .............. .... ..... . 3 An exploration of contemporary marriage and family life, including cultural and sociological factors impacting today 's family. Divorce and remarriage, single parenting, dual career fami lies, and the role of religious faith in the home will be addressed. Elective Physiological Psychology ......... .......... ..... ....... .............. ... ..... 3 A study of physiological aspects of human behavior including neural. sensory, motor, and chemical processes. Current re search on physiological aspects of mental and physical health, emotions. and psychopathology are addressed. Elective. (XL PSYC 412) Psychology and Ethics ........ .... .. ... .. .......... ....... .. ... ........ ..... .... 2 Student's explore and formulate a psychologically sound and spiritually viable philosophy of life. providing the base for such concerns as personal and group ethics, accountability in gov ernment, respect for human rights, and a responsible lifestyle in ou r contemporary world. Ethical theories and personal values are examined through readings, personal exploration and classroom discussion.
ments are used to expose students to classical and operant conditioning processes.
CPSY 418
Developmen tal Psycho logy: Childhood-Ado lescence ........................................ .. .. .. .... .... . 3 A study of the theory and research regarding human develop ment from conception through adolescence. Consideration will be given to the biological, psychological, cultural, and social influences on human development. Developmenta l Psychology: Adulthood-Ag ing .. .. .... .. 3 A study of the theory and research regarding human develop ment from late-adolescence through death. Consideration will be given to the biological, psychological, cultural, and social influences on human development. Psychology of Religious Experience ... ...... .. .... .... .. .. .. ... ..... 2 An examination of the nature and scope of religious experi ence including such issues as the development of religious concepts and values, conversion, the experience of prayer and meditation, and psychological and spiritual matu rity. An emphasis will be placed upon the student's experiential understanding of his or her own psychological and spiritual integration. Abnormal Psychology .......... .......... ....... .... .. ..... ........... .... .... . 3 Nature, causes, and treatment of abnormal behavior, including the full range of mental disorders identified within the current categorical system. (XL PSYC 309) Social & Cultura l Psychology .............................. ................ 3 Analysis of social behavior, including social cognition, attitude formation, change, and group processes. Emphasis is placed on the application of social psychology principles to a range of issues, including sociocultural diversity, prejud ice, conflic t resolution, and gender roles. Psychology and Values .... .... .. .. ... .. ..... ... .. ... ..... ........ .. .. .... .. .. ... 2 Examination of biblical principles and ethical values relevant to diverse psychological constructs. Fundamental moral prin ciples and cultural expressions are analyzed and the biblical basis for values and morality is studied. Case studies empha size the relationship of God and man in regard to professional and personal ethical choices. Theories of Personality .......................................................... 3 An overview of personality theories including the primary rep resentatives from the major schools: analytic-psychodynamic, humanistic-existential, and cognitive-behavioral. Integration will be emphasized throughout the course. Meets Writing Competency Requirement. (XL PSYC 411)
CPSY 325
cPsv 326
CPSY 420
cPsv 340
cPsv 422
CPSY 450
cPsv 344
cPsv 406
Seminar: Selected Topics ...................... .. .. .. ............... ....... 1-4 Reading. research, and application relevant to selected areas in the field of psychology. Prerequisite: consent.
cPsv 480
Directed Studies ... ......................... ....... .. .. ... ....... ... .............. 1-4 Supervised study, research, and writing in specified area of psychology, including learning, education. and psychophysi ology.
cPsv 410
cPsv 490
ELECTIVES
Psychology of Marriage & Family Life ....................... 3
CPSY 420
Phys iological Psychology ............................................... 3
CPSY 422
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CPSY 414
Introduction to Teaching ................................................ 3
LEDU301
Psychological Foundations of Education ................ 3
LEDU 330
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