Theories of Personality: Advanced ((3 Credits))

Catalog description

This course provides a systematic study of clinical practice of personality styles and the principal theories, with particular emphasis on recent trends, research methodology, and personality measurement. This course examines the major personality styles and personality development, beginning with the specific personality styles, and then continuing with theories examining biological factors and the influence of learning. Theoretical perspectives will be explored with an eye towards their practical and clinical usefulness in explaining behavior, and in facilitating therapeutic solutions. While it is not required, it might be helpful if students have taken Introduction to Psychology or an equivalent course. This is a classroom-based course currently only available to students in Prague.