PSYC 4017 Psychology of Trauma and Resilience

4 semester hours

The study of history, theories, prevention and interventions from the field of psychology focused on trauma and resilience. Topics include various kinds of trauma, risk and resilience factors, and how trauma affects individuals (e.g., development, neurological impacts, and traumatic stress responses). There is a focus on examining cultural and ecological factors as they pertain to risk and resilience.

Open to Psychology majors and minors only.

Junior or senior standing required.

Prerequisites: TR in PSYC 2001, PSYC 2002 and PSYC 2003 or grade of C (2.0) or higher in PSYC 2001, PSYC 2002 and PSYC 2003 at LMU.