PSY65270/PSY6527 - Personality Theories

(3 units)

This course presents a comprehensive overview of theories in personality and personality development. Approaches from major schools of thought, such as psychoanalytic, behavioral/social learning, existential theories, will be surveyed. Key concepts, diagnostic nomenclature, and important historical modifications to personality theories will be highlighted. Contemporary clinical and research issues of theory and its application will be discussed. Relevant multicultural issues in Japan will also be discussed.
Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Clinical Psychology MA program - Japan