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PSY 3505 Psychology of Adjustment

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PSY 3505 Psychology of Adjustment
psy 3019 history and systems of psychology

Description

Examines human adjustments to life events and the changing requirements of the environment. Some of the topics covered in this class include self-understanding, stress coping techniques, and different stages of life. Classic and contemporary theories and research are discussed.

Outcomes

  1. Illustrate concepts related to self-direction.
  2. Explain the self-concept.
  3. Apply sound principles of decision-making to real-life situations.
  4. Express the importance of goals in personal motivation.
  5. Investigate the impact of goal setting on mental health.
  6. Chart factors that affect relationships.
  7. Research stress-prevention methods.
  8. Simulate therapeutic interventions utilized with individuals facing difficulty adjusting to normal daily stressors.

PreRequisites

  1. PSY 1010

Textbook(s)

Psychology of adjustment: The search for meaningful balance

Publisher: Sage (2017)

Author: Moritsugu, J., Vera, E. M., Jacobs, J. H., & Kennedy, M.

ISBN: 9781483319285

* Disclaimer: Textbooks listed are based on the last open revision of the course. Prior revisions and future revisions may use different textbooks. To verify textbook information, view the course syllabus or contact the AU Bookstore at [email protected]