PSYC 440 - Seminar in Environmental Psychology

Next Offered: 2008-09
Semester Offered: First Semester
Credits (Range): 3 Hours
Attribute: 3 SS

An introduction to theory and research in environmental psychology and the emerging area of ecopsychology, with environmentalism and sustainability as overriding themes. Topics include how cultural values relate to cultures of consumption, how self-definitions are related to environmentally-relevant behavior, how people cope with environmental problems, the psychological impact of urban versus rural living, and how architectural design impacts psychological well-being. Enrollment Limit: 15.
Prerequisites & Notes

Prerequisite for Psychology Majors: PSYC 100 and PSYC 218.

Prerequisite for Environmental Studies Majors: ENVS 101.