PSYC 4415 - Psychology of Trauma

Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lecture Hours Schedule Type: Lecture
This course will provide an overview of trauma psychology, including historical perspectives, the evolving definition of psychological trauma, research methodologies, and diagnosis and treatment of trauma-related psychological disorders. Other topics discussed will include various trauma-related contexts, as well as physiological, cognitive, emotional and social impacts of psychological trauma on individuals and groups. Cultural components of trauma, post-traumatic growth and resilience will also be explored.

Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of C in all of PSYC 2213, PSYC 2285 and one 3000-level PSYC course.