PSYCH 9 Psychology: Issues of Diversity

Units: 3
Prerequisites: PSYCH 1 Introduction to Psychology with a grade of “C” or better.
Advisories: ENG 1A with a grade of “C” or better.
This course is the study of the values, problems, issues, concerns and counseling needs of special population groups in human services, mental health, substance abuse and other settings. Topics include understanding cultural influences in psychological development and other areas of psychology such as intelligence, motivation, personality, information processing, emotions, sexuality and disorders. The course includes exploration of stereotyping, interpersonal, and intrapersonal factors in the development of diverse groups. (CSU)