PSYC 716

History and Systems of Psychology

The purpose of this course is to explore the historical roots of modern psychological theory and method, the development of applied psychology, and to provide a framework that explains the relationships among sub-disciplines of psychology. The roots of psychology are traced from their origins in philosophy and the natural sciences through the early schools of psychology into its current form. Psychology's past, present, and future directions will be examined.

Units: 3.0