Multicultural Psychology

Catalog description

Course is designed for students to explore multiculturalism from a psychological perspective. Focus is on the ways in which culture has shaped understanding of psychological theory, research and practice. Cultural variations in psychological functioning will be studied with regard to motivation, emotion, perception, development and mental process. These multicultural perspectives also shape values, norms, and worldview. Topics include cultural oppression and group subjugation, along with methods aimed at equity and equality.