Environmental Issues: Applied Psychology

Catalog description

This course is an exploration of psychological perspectives on environmental issues. The course covers a variety of topics, such as how our attitudes, thoughts, and behaviors have contributed to environmental degradation, how we can use social and cognitive psychological tools to promote environmentally sustainable behaviors, the psychological effects of environmental toxins and disasters, and the psychological benefits of nature. Prerequisite: PSY 100 or ENV 101 . Offered Occasionally.