PSY 1230 - PSYCHOLOGY OF DEATH AND DYING

Minimum Credits: 3
Maximum Credits: 3
The purpose of this course is to widen the student's understanding of human death in its biological, socio-cultural, and primarily psychological dimensions. We will examine the concept of death, psychological reactions to death and dying, and the process of bereavement. We will also explore selected issues such as suicide and euthanasia, children's concepts of death, and the question of life after death. It is hoped that with increased knowledge about death and dying, you will be able to look more critically at materials being published in the popular press.
Academic Career: Undergraduate
Course Component: Lecture
Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
Course Requirements: PREQ: PSY 0010 or 0012 or 0015 or 0101 or 0200

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