PSYCH 010 - Individual and Social Processes

    Recent Professors
    Genoveva Vargas, Paul Faletti, Lynne Gayton
    Recent Semesters
    2026SP
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    3
    2026SP Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4I · CSU GE Area D9
    Description
    This psychology course is designed to study selected concepts and principles of Psychology. Emphasis is on the functional aspects of individual and group behavior. It will focus on Psychology as a discipline within the Behavioral Sciences and its relationship to Anthropology and Sociology. This course addresses the ways in which psychological science can help us understand ourselves and adjust and cope with the many challenges we face on a personal, societal, and global perspective. Topics include personality theories, stress and coping, psychological factors and health, social influence, gender and sexual orientation, psychological disorders, and therapeutic ways of helping. We address adjustment in the digital age, demographic changes, concerns about money, work, health, and interpersonal relationships.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 11:10am–12:35pm, Mon Wed 9:35am–11:00am