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Academic Year 2004/2005

Body Trouble: Psychological Negotiation of the Physical Self
PSYC 368 SP

Historically, western thought has represented the body as distinct from, or alien to, the mental or spiritual self. This course will review the role that the body has historically played in psychological theory and conceptions of the self. Experiences which problematize presumed relationships between body and self (such as gender ambiguity, physical trauma, eating disorders, or disability) will be explored through the reading of theory and memoirs.

MAJOR READINGS

Memoirs and coursepack.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

3 short papers, final research paper, in-class presentation. (Assignments may be subject to further revision.)

COURSE FORMAT: Discussion

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: SBS PSYC    Grading Mode: Graded   

Prerequisites: NONE

SECTION 01

Instructor(s): Russell,Rachel M.    
Times: .M.W.F. 12:00PM-12:50PM;     Location: JUDD113;
Reserved Seats:    (Total Limit: 20)

Special Attributes:
Curricular Renewal:    Speaking, Writing
Permission:    Permission of Instructor Required
Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-21-2005

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