3 credits
Fall 2025 Lecture Distance Learning JEDIUpper Division
This course integrates empirical studies (observational, correlational, experimental) with classical and current personality theories. Topics include the biological foundations of personality, self-esteem, extraversion, sex role orientation, authoritarianism, and personality disorders. Minimum competence is assumed in basic experimental design and correlations.
Learning Outcomes1Define personality from a scientific psychological perspective.
2Discuss the strengths and weaknesses of the methods and sources of data for personality researchers.
3Describe biological and trait models of personality.
4Discuss the relationship between personality, psychopathology, personality disorders and psychotherapy.
5Describe how culture and environment interact with personality.
Prerequisites
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