PSYC 473. Social Cognition and the Self.

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PSYC 473
Social Cognition and the Self.
Credits: 3
Offered by: Psychology (Faculty of Science)
This course is not offered this catalogue year.

Description

This course examines the social psychological literature emphasizing a) social cognition - how people think about and make sense of their social experiences; and b) self theory - how people create and maintain a sense of identity. These frameworks will be applied to social psychological topics including close relationships, attitudes and self-esteem.
  • Winter
  • 2 lectures
  • Prerequisites: PSYC 215 and PSYC 333 or PSYC 331 or PSYC 474
  • Restriction: Not open to students who have taken PSYC 411

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