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PSY 2043 - Theories of Personality


Credits: 3

This course examines the current theories and research in the psychological study of human personality to understand the underlying causes of individual behavior and experience. Emphasis will be placed on views which discuss the unique qualities of personality, genetic factors, interpersonal dynamics, and the influence of the family. Current research questions, such as stability of the personality over time and in various situations and cultural differences in personality development, will also be considered. Psycho-dynamic, humanistic, trait, biological, existential, and earning theorists will be analyzed.

Prerequisite: PSY 1011  with a grade of C- or higher
Prerequisite/Corequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Elective Code(s): BHEL, LART
Previous: PSY* 243