430 Introduction To Community Psychology And Community Mental Health (3)
Overviews the field of community psychology, a field which seeks to understand
how social, political and economic factors contribute to social problems and
seeks to improve community well-being through social innovation and action
research. The history, philosophical underpinnings, concepts, methods and
research in community mental health and community psychology are reviewed. The
course provides students with both a conceptual and experiential understanding
of these fields. Individual and group projects are required. Prerequisite: 6
hours of psychology. Offered: Fall semesters.