PSYC1030 — Psychology of Adjustment
PSYC 1030 - Psychology of Adjustment PSYC 1030 - Psychology of Adjustment Hours/Week: Lecture 3 Lab 0 Internship hours per week 0 Course Description: This course explores various psychological factors that contribute to human behavior, personal growth, and adjustment in everyday life. The content includes broad-based personality theories, acquisition and maintenance of coping mechanisms, gender roles, and career choices and workplace dynamics. Emphasis will also be placed on the nature of stress, physical and mental health, persuasive communication, self-concept, and interpersonal relationships. MnTC Goals Goal 5: History and the Social & Behavioral Sciences 5a. Employ the methods and data that historians and social and behavioral scientists use to investigate the human condition. 5c. Use and critique alternative explanatory systems or theories. 5d. Develop and communicate alternative explanations or solutions for contemporary social issues. identify the psychological theories of human behavior, development, and personality. distinguish among types of stressors and associated coping strategies. differentiate between habits that promote and those that undermine health and well-being. explain the basic principles of self-concept and self-esteem and ways to cope with the self-defeating behaviors associated with them. identify the main aspects of compliance, conformity, and obedience in everyday situations. explain how psychology plays a role in friendships, love, and marriage in