PSYC 430 - Seminar in Social Conflict

Semester Offered: First Semester
Full Course
Credits: 4 credits
Attribute: 4SS, WADV

Drawing from the fields of social, cognitive, and political psychology, this course explores the psychological processes that lead to, exacerbate, and ameliorate conflict. It examines biases in perceiving the ‘other’, the role of pride and face-saving, the influence of social identity, and shortcomings in decision-making. We will also explore methods of de-escalating conflict, negotiation as problem-solving, the process of mediation, and the role of gender and culture in negotiation.

Enrollment Limit: 12
Instructor: C. Frantz

Consent of the Instructor Required: Yes
Prerequisites & Notes: PSYC 218 or permission of instructor.
This course may also count for the major in (consult the program or department major requirements) :
Law and Society, Peace and Conflict Studies