PSY 322, 323 - Psychology of Women

Course unit(s): 1
Meets requirement: W when offered as 322.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 - Introductory Psychology or AFS 101 Introduction to Africana Studies or WST 202 - Topics in Women’s and Gender Studies .
This course will examine theory and research on gender differences, specifically female gender development, taking into consideration biological, cognitive, behavioral, and social influences. Emphasis will be placed on a critical analysis of the assumptions about human behavior and the methods used to test these ideas. Topics include gender-role development, achievement motivation, women and work, sexuality and health, and violence against women.