Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey

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PSYC0205A-F20

Emotions

Emotions
Emotions inform thoughtful decisions, but also prompt knee-jerk reactions that make us appear irrational at times. They inspire and dissuade us at both conscious and unconscious levels. They evolved to trigger self-protective responses, but their dark side fuels self-destructive behaviors as well. In this course we will discuss what emotions are, where they come from, how individual emotions differ, and whether or not everyone experiences emotions the same way. We will also explore how appreciating the complexities of emotions might improve emotion regulation and interpersonal dynamics. Topics to be considered will include biological, socio-cultural, clinical, and cognitive theories of emotion. (PSYC 105, open to seniors by waiver only; not open to students who have taken PSYC/NSCI 0437) 3 hrs. lect.
Course Reference Number (CRN):
91764
Subject Code:
PSYC
Course Number:
0205
Section Identifier:
A

Course

PSYC 0205

All Sections in Fall 2020

Fall 2020

PSYC0205A-F20 Lecture (Cronise)