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Psychology
Description: Surveys theory and research concerning the construction and enactment of gender in contemporary society. Analyzes assumptions about what causes humans to endorse gendered lives and how being gendered affects identity and behavior. Models for increasing gender role flexibility and broader social identities are examined. Letter grade only.
Units: 3
Sections offered: Fall 2024
Prerequisite: PSY 290 or PSY 302W
Psychology
Term : Fall 2024
Catalog Year : 2024-2025
PSY 491 - Psychology Of Gender
Description: Surveys theory and research concerning the construction and enactment of gender in contemporary society. Analyzes assumptions about what causes humans to endorse gendered lives and how being gendered affects identity and behavior. Models for increasing gender role flexibility and broader social identities are examined. Letter grade only.
Units: 3
Sections offered: Fall 2024
Prerequisite: PSY 290 or PSY 302W