PSY 6410 Cultural and Social Issues in Clinical Practice

This course seeks to broaden students’ understanding of the cultural differences between the diverse populations that make up our society, the social problems faced by minorities and women, and how stereotypes, biases, and role and performance expectations related to particular cultural or social groups are part of the common socialization patterns. The overall aim is to improve the self-awareness, knowledge base, and sensitivity of students in cultural and social areas so that they can be more effective clinicians. Toward this end, the course is designed to explore the many forms of prejudice and discrimination in our society and to identify cultural differences in our society and to identify cultural differences in our society that affect clinical practice, such as diverse beliefs concerning illness, healing, and authority.
Credits: 3.0