PSY 354 - Affective Science

Affective science is the study of mood and emotions. In this course, students will engage in scientific reading, critical discussion, and hands-on learning to explore questions like: Why do I have emotions? How do they impact my thoughts, behaviors, and relationships? And what can (or should) I do about it? Specific topics covered in this course include: the purpose and function of emotions, neurobiological underpinnings, methods for studying affect in the lab (e.g., psychophysiology, affect manipulation), emotion in the context of clinical mental health concerns (e.g., generalized anxiety, major depression), emotion regulation strategies, and how affective processes intersect with areas such as cognition, culture, and development.

Unit(s): 1
Group Distribution Requirement(s): Distribution Group III
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101
Restriction(s): Psychology and neuroscience majors only
Instructional Method: Lecture-conference
Grading Mode: Letter grading (A-F)
Notes: Registration priority is given to intended/declared psychology or neuroscience majors.
Group Distribution Learning Outcome(s):

Use and evaluate quantitative data or modeling, or use logical/mathematical reasoning to evaluate, test or prove statements.
Given a problem or question, formulate a hypothesis or conjecture, and design an experiment, collect data, or use mathematical reasoning to test or validate it.