PSYC 316 - African American Psychology

Unit(s): 4

This course provides an introduction to the field of African American psychology. Basic issues addressed include major psychological and related social issues facing American individuals of African descent. Topics covered include current theories of African American ethnic identity formation, educational achievement of African Americans in the U.S., physical and mental health, clinical research and interventions with African American adolescents and adults, and psychosocial impact of media, violence and environmental stress.

Prerequisite: PSYC 101 with a minimum grade of C or PSYC 101 with a minimum grade of P
College of Arts and Sciences