PSYC331L - Psychology of Women

3 Credit(s)

Liberal Arts
This course provides a theoretical basis for understanding women’s experiences as influenced by gender differences, culture, societal roles and expectations, personality, language, socioeconomic status, age, and psychological development. Feminist research in areas such as violence against women, women’s mental health, women and work, and resilience in girls and women is examined toward understanding and improving the lives of girls and women in all their diversities. Psychology of Women offers both male and female students the opportunity to study the social construction of gender relations, explore social policies and practices that advance equality and social justice, as well as empower women personally, professionally and socially.

Offered When: Periodically
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 101L