PSY-3450: Community Psychology & Social Change

This course applies theory and research in community psychology to the analysis of social intervention strategies used by government, professional, and paraprofessional workers to address social problems. Topics include social, political, and economic influences on the individual; ways people cope with stressful environments and events; the respective roles of prevention and treatment in various intervention strategies and tactics used by change agents – social service employees, community activists, mental health practitioners, and others who seek to improve the quality of life in their community. This course also critiques research methods used in program evaluation to assess the effectiveness of social innovations.
Min. Credits: 3.0
Credit Basis: Quarter credit
Location(s): Antioch Univ Santa Barbara
Method(s): Classroom
Course Type Liberal & Disciplinary Studies

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PSY-3450: Community Psychology & Social Change