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Undergraduate Catalog 2026-2027 
    
Undergraduate Catalog 2026-2027

PSY 212 Psychology of Women

Credits: (3)
This course is an introduction to the theories and research concerning the psychology of women, including research on sex roles (sex differences and similarities), female identity formation, and how gender is represented by media and language in our culture. It will include topics such as sexism and feminism, as well as contemporary women’s issues related to mental health, relationships, education, work, and family. Prerequisite(s): PSY 103 .

SUNY Gen Ed Area(s): Social Sciences
Designation(s): Liberal Arts

Learning Outcomes
  1. Identify key historical events in the study of the psychology of women.
  2. Describe and critically evaluate the various research methods which have been used to study the psychology of women, with a focus on identifying unbiased research methods.
  3. Identify specific theories and examples of the influence of cultural representation of gender in media, language, education and the work place. 
  4. Analyze the diagnostic criteria and treatment options for the major psychological disorders that may impact women and arise from issues of gender.