Description
Exploration of contemporary research that illustrates theories about the area of emotion. Survey of practical and theoretical topics that address emotions in the context of neuroscience, and the role of appraisal, physiology, behavior, and expression to emotional experience and understanding. A wide range of topics are covered including fear, anxiety, anger, aggressive behavior, love, compassion, empathy, stress, physiology, and health consequences. Prerequisites: PSY 103 and one upper level psychology course.