Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey

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PSYC 0330

Psychology of Gender

Psychology of Gender
In this course we will consider biological and psychosocial contributors to similarities and differences between male and female behavior and the brain, focusing on approaches grounded in psychological science. Topics will include aggression, cognition, gender roles, gender identity, sexual orientation, and psychological disorders, as well as issues of the workplace and parenting. Course readings and content will strongly emphasize empirical scientific articles in order to address methodological challenges and controversies. (PSYC 0105; open to psychology and GSFS majors; NSCI majors by waiver) 3 hrs. lect.
Subject:
Psychology
Department:
Psychology
Division:
Social Sciences
Requirements Fulfilled:
SOC
Equivalent Courses:
NSCI 0438
PSYC 0438 *
GSFS 0330

Sections in Fall 2015, SA UGs Full Term