PSYCH 4515: Psychology of Emotion
An examination of emotion focusing on how emotions are interconnected to other basic psychological processes such as cognition, motivation, decision making, and well-being.
Prereq: A grade of C- or above in 2220 and 2300.
Prereq: A grade of C- or above in 2220 and 2300.
Credit Hours
3
Sample Topics:
- Theories of Emotion
- Methods of Science on Emotions
- Emotions and the Brain
- Expressions of Emotions
- The Self and Emotions
- Happiness and Positive Emotions
- Sadness and Negative Emotions and Cognition
- Emotional Regulation and Control
- Relationships and Emotions with Groups
- Gender and Emotions
- Cross Cultural Psychology of Emotions
- Applied Emotion of Psychology
- Practice of Emotional Psychology Interventions
Meets the following Psychology Major Goals:
Knowledge Base in Psychology
- Describe key concepts, principles, & overarching themes in psychology
- Develop working knowledge of psychology's content domains
- Describe applications of psychology
Scientific Inquiry & Critical Thinking
- Use scientific reasoning to interpret psychological phenomena
- Demonstrate psychology information literacy
- Interpret, design, & conduct basic psychological research
Ethical & Social Responsibility in a Diverse World
- Apply ethical standards to evaluate psychological science & practice
Communication
- Demonstrate effective writing for different purposes
- Exhibit effective presentation skills for different purposes
Professional Development
- Apply psychological content & skills to career goals