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Sep 27, 2024
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PSY 452 - Psychology of Trauma (3 units) CO13
Critical examination of etiology and treatment issues related to psychology studies in traumatic stress. Review of empirical research and psychotherapeutic principles.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101; PSY 240; and, Junior or Senior standing. Completion of all general education courses (CO1-CO8). Recommended Preparation: PSY 441.
Units of Lecture: 3
Core Status: Major Capstone Course, CO13
Offered: Every Fall
Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course:
1. Students will be able to apply, orally and in writing, the knowledge, perspectives, principles, and modes of analyses practiced in psychology related to the topic of trauma.
2. Students will be able to read and interpret works from different theoretical perspectives on the causes of traumatic symptoms and draw this information from empirical research in the area of trauma psychology.
3. Students will be able to use and apply the basic principles of the social sciences to understand the psychological literature on trauma.
4. Students will be able to identify how the empirical research on the etiology and treatment of trauma has impacted our ability to prevent and treat traumatic stress.
5. Students will be able to critically evaluate course topics through writing assignments, oral presentations, and informal class discussion. Using foundational knowledge acquired in the course, students will apply the information to current events-providing the opportunity to transfer knowledge across settings.
6. Students will be able to identify psychological concerns related to the ethical behavior of researchers and therapists based off of an examination of cultural differences in trauma.
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