PSYC 380 - Community Psychology

This course focuses on the theory and practice of community psychology: the promotion of well-being within a social context. Topics include empowerment models, primary and secondary prevention, ecological and systems analysis, coping and social support, and community organizing. We will pay particular attention to the problems and potentials associated with psychological interventions within educational, criminal justice, and traditional mental health systems. In addition to typical seminar activities, students will participate in a service learning experience for a minimum of 2 hours each week to gain direct understanding of the course concepts. Prerequisites: PSYC 100, PSYC 200 or PSYC 201, and at least one intermediate course or permission of instructor. Spring semester. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 100, PSYC 200 or PSYC 201, and at least one intermediate course or permission of instructor. (4 Credits)