The goal of this course is to introduce students the psychological and physiological human response to disasters. Using clinical research and case histories, students will examine normal and abnormal psychological reactions, the recovery process and principles of mental health care for victims of mass disasters. Differences between natural and man-made disasters are examined and factors that mitigate post-traumatic effects are reviewed. The class will also address the psychological factors-cognitive biases, heuristics, risk perception, social influences, and past experiences-that together help explain why people tend to underprepare for potential natural and man-made disasters.

Reviewed and discussion of ongoing department research project; literature review of research topics of interest. The seminar is intended to assist the student in developing research ideas for implementation.

A study of the biological, social, and cultural factors affecting life-span human development. A cross cultural perspective will be emphasized.

Physiological bases of learning and motivation; nervous system structure, function, and disorder in relation to behavior.

Theory and research on attitude formation and change, attributional styles, prejudice, interpersonal perception, group dynamics, self regulation and cognitive styles.

Historical evolution of psychology from philosophical antecedents to the development of major systems and theories.

An examination of research and practice regarding assessment and treatment of culturally diverse populations with particular emphasis on the cultural context of etiology and course of psychological disorders.

The city as an environment, personal space and territoriality, crowding, noise, crime, drugs, and other urban hazards. Special problems of minorities in urban settings.

An in depth study of research methodology with emphasis on experimental approaches. The course covers basic within and between group experimental designs, mixed designs, single subject experiments, non experimental research (correlational methods, case studies, meta-analysis) and program evaluation. Research ethics are stressed. Further, students are encouraged to begin developing a topic for their second year paper.

Elements of probability theory, discrete and continuous random variables and their distributions, principles of estimation, hypothesis testing, introduction to regression and analysis of variance, computer applications.

Advance topics in regression and analysis of variance, analysis of covariance, non-parametric procedures, computer applications.

Multivariate analysis of variance and covariance, canonical correlation, factor analysis, discriminant analysis, selected advanced topics.

Theories of measurement; evaluation of psychological assessment processes; test construction, validation, uses, problems and social implications.

Continuation of PSY 735.

Etiology, epidemiology and dynamics of behavior and personality disorders: Theory, research, diagnosis and treatment. Introduction to DSM IV as a diagnostic tool.

Administration and interpretation of major intelligence tests and other cognitive instruments. Training in test interpretation and report writing are emphasized.

Theoretical, conceptual and methodological aspects of objective and projective personality assessment, integration of results into the written psychological test report.

Competency to stand trial, crimiinal responsibility, expert witnesses, jury dynamics, and other applications of psychology within the legal system.

Professional and ethical issues affecting the practice of psychology. Focus will be on the development of sound ethical and professional standards in psychology psychology practice, teaching, and research.

Critical examination of principles, techniques, research,l and theoretical models in psychotherapy and behavior change.

Principles of behavior modification and their application in psychotheraphy.

Therapeutic procedures for small clinical groups, dynamics of clinical groups.

Physiological, psychological, and behavioral effects of psychoactive drugs with attention to those prescribed for psychiatric disorders. Role of the clinical psychologist in approaches combining medication and psychotherapy.

Supervised training and in interviewing and cognitive assessment.

Supervised training and experience in personality assessment and Psychotherapeutic procedures.

Supervised training and experience in psychodiagnostics and psychotherapy. This course requires a minimum of ten clock hours per week. The student is expected to become competent in interviewing, assessment, therapy, and case conceptualizaton.

Supervised clinical experience in approved community, institutional, or hospital settings.

Continuation of PSY 765.

Continuation of PSY 766.

Continuation of Externship IV.

Psychological, social and cultural factors related to physical health and illness: impact of life style on health: significance of cultural values in health promoting and health-damaging: clinical psychology in community health and medical settings.

Psychology of addition: techniques and procedures for intervention and treatment.

A study of LGBTQ+ people from an intersectional, affirmative perspective that includes consideration of the developmental, cultural, and interpersonal contexts that impact LGBTQ+ people's identities, lives, and mental health. Empirically based clinical practice information, including affirmative psychotherapy and supervision, will be explored.

May be repeated.

Residency in an APA-accredited mental health setting. May be repeated.