PSYCH 290
Introduction to the Psychology of Personality
This introductory course studies the science of personality - consistencies in people's thoughts, feelings, and behavior over time and across situations. Topics include personality assessment and development; biological and contextual influences on personality; emotion and motivation; the self; personality and culture; psychological adjustment; and clinical disorders of personality.
Topics
- personality assessment and development
- biological and contextual influences on personality
- emotion and motivation
- the self
- personality and culture
- psychological adjustment
- and clinical disorders of personality
Topics explicitly listed in official catalogue description
Prerequisites & course information
One of: PSYCH 111 or 112 or 114 or 115 or 116. (Prerequisites enforced at registration.) (4). (SS). May not be repeated for credit.
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027