<p>Lecture, three hours. Designed for junior/senior psychology majors. Broad overview of science of human emotion. Covers topics such as history of emotion research, current dominant models of emotion, purpose of facial expressions, experience of emotions in our closest social relationships, how we regulate our emotions, whether emotions can make us sick, and what it means to be happy. Exploration of range of perspectives in psychology, ranging from social, cultural, developmental, health, and clinical psychology. Consideration also of cognitive and behavioral neuroscience. P/NP or letter grading.</p>

Psychology

Combining rigorous, inclusive pedagogy with opportunities for co-curricular activities—including research, internships, and community engagement—the College provides students with diverse learning experiences that helps them thrive, become critical thinkers, and transform society.

College of Letters and Science

The department presents psychology as a scientific discipline that employs systematic methods of inquiry to study and explain human and animal behavior.

General Catalog

Psychology of Emotion

PSYCH137K

4 units