Cultural Psychology

Overview

Subject area

PSY

Catalog Number

170

Course Title

Cultural Psychology

Description

This course examines a selection of the theoretical, empirical, and applied issues in cultural psychology. We discuss some aspects of human behavior that are universal and some that are culture-specific that include identity, parenting, intercultural interactions, culture-bound syndromes and taboos. We consider how and why behavior differs across cultures and what this implies for psychological theory and application.

Typically Offered

All Terms

Academic Career

Undergraduate

Liberal Arts

Yes

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Requisites

033386

Course Schedule