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2012-2013 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

PSYC 342 - Community Psychology

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An advanced introduction to community psychology, a field that employs research and action to seek positive change for communities and people, particularly those who have been disadvantaged or oppressed (e.g., people living in poverty, people of color, people who are LGBTQ). The course considers limitations of traditional means (such as therapy) for helping people, while introducing theory, research and practice designed to prevent mental disorders and empower disenfranchised people. The lab component provides an opportunity to explore community psychological principles with a service-learning project in the community. No credit given to students who have credit for PSYC 344. Prerequisites: PSYC 100, 201. See department chair.