This course will introduce students to the concepts, theories, significant findings, methodologies, and terminology that apply to the field of psychology.

This course is an introduction to the scientific study of human social influence and interaction, and explores how an individual’s actions, emotions, attitudes and thought processes are influenced by society and other individuals.

Study of human physical and psychological change and stability from a lifespan development perspective.

The course provides an overview of human cognitive processes such as attention, perception, memory, language, categorization, decision-making, reasoning, and problem solving. Includes methods, theories, and applications.

A general survey of the biological foundations of behavior and mental processes. Students will gain an understanding of anatomy, physiology, and chemistry of the nervous system and their relationships to human behavior.

This course provides an overview of how information is acquired, stored, retrieved, and manifested in the behavior of human and non-human animals.

This course examines how biological, psychological, and social factors interact with and affect different areas within health. Course will cover the role of stress in illness, coping with illness, pain management, and the role of health behavior in health and disease.

Exploration of the psychological, physiological, cultural, social and individual factors that influence sexual behavior, sex roles, and sex identity.

This course covers introductory-level topics in statistics that are applicable to psychological research. Both descriptive and inferential statistics are covered. Topics include applying statistical formulas to psychological data and interpreting the results of statistical analyses.

Application of the concepts covered in PSYC 2510. Includes discussion of basic principles of research design and scientific methodology as applied to psychology. Prerequisite: PSYC 2510.

This overview of the role of case management in the addictions field will examine the relationship of the 12 core functions to service coordination. Prerequisite: 332 and (347 or 411 or 430). Restriction: permission of instructor.

Empirical study of adolescent development from different theoretical perspectives. Organization of individual social patterns through cultural and historical transitions and interplay between risk and protective factors in healthy development as well as deviant behaviors. Prerequisite: PSYC 2120 and 2510.

Survey of theory, research and applications of both classical and contemporary approaches to the study of personality.

Review of the historical, scientific and ethical issues in the field of psychopathology. Categorization of deviant behavior, theories of abnormal behavior, systems of therapy and relevant research are covered. Prerequisite: PSYC 1110.

This course focuses on the assessment of mental disorders, with an emphasis on substance abuse. It also provides an overview of science-based treatments. Additionally it reviews professional issues in psychology, ethical standards, and multicultural issues. Prerequisite: 1110.

Explore how the brain drives perception, memory, emotions, and actions in this introduction to cognitive neuroscience.

Study of the pharmacological action and physiological and psychological effects of drugs of abuse including stimulants, depressants, narcotics and hallucinogens. Prerequisite: PSYC 2250.

This course explores the emotion of horror both from the standpoint of theoretical and empirical work on emotion and from the standpoint of critical approaches to the phenomenon of horror in art. Prerequisite: 1110.

Impact of culture on human behavior, learning, personality and other selected topics is examined. Course emphasizes critical analysis, discussion and writing about cross-cultural research and theory.

Discussion of the history and systems of psychology, philosophy of science and research methodology, particularly as related to current topics in psychology.

Training/experience at Agora Crisis Center. Can lead to national certification. Some weekend, evening and holiday hours required. Minimum commitment: two semesters, weekly four-hour shift. Must be 18 and deemed eligible by the Agora Executive Committee. Restriction: permission of instructor.

This course will provide an overview of evidence-based approaches to the treatment of alcohol and other substance use disorders. Prerequisite: 332 or 347 or 430.

This field experience at an addiction agency teaches student to apply classroom learning to practice situations. A licensed counselor supervises. Prerequisite: 332 and 335 and (347 or 430). Pre- or corequisite: 313 and 411. Restriction: permission of instructor.

Theories and practices related to an understanding of children and adolescents who deviate from normal development either intellectually, educationally, emotionally, physically or in some combination. Relevant family variables are considered. Prerequisite: 2120 and 332.

The goal of the course is to provide a conceptual, mathematical, and pragmatic understanding of neural time series data, especially in regard to electroencephalographic (EEG) signals.

In DNL we aim to understand the integrative complexity of developmental and disease-related changes in the brain and behavior in the context of epigenetics as measured by neuroimaging (MRI, MEG, EEG) and neuropsychological measures. Prerequisite: 332. Pre- or corequisite: 2250.

The basics of human neuroanatomy and brain networks are described based on data recorded by functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), diffusion tensor imaging (DTI), positron emission tomography PET, electroencephalography (EEG), magnetoencephalography (MEG) and transcranial stimulation

Study of any psychological topic not otherwise included in the curriculum upon expression of mutual interest by students and faculty.

Psychology laboratory topics not otherwise included in the curriculum. Labs offered upon the expression of mutual interest by students and faculty. Prerequisite: 2510.

This will examine theory and research regarding the development of human strengths at an advanced undergraduate level. The course will focus on strengths that promote better functioning including creativity, optimism, wisdom, courage, love, and spirituality. Prerequisite: 1110.

This course introduces students to the concept in how stereotypes and prejudice are formed, maintained, and changed, and the effects of prejudice towards an underrepresented minority group within a larger society. PSYC 374 is recommended. Pre-requisite: 2110 or 2120.

Experimental methods and laboratory techniques. Senior thesis based on independent research. Three hours lab. Prerequisite: 392. {Fall}

Individual research into an area proposed by the student and conducted under the direction of a faculty member. Restriction: permission of instructor.

Frequency and probability distributions; sampling distributions and point estimation; central tendency, variability and z scores; the normal distribution and the central limit theorem; the logic of hypothesis testing; correlation and regression; multiple regression. Corequisite: 503L. {Fall}

Introduction to the logic of experimental design and to experimental designs commonly used in psychology and the corresponding analyses. Corequisite: 504L. {Spring}

Computational techniques for statistical methods introduced in 501. Emphasis placed on the use of a computerized statistical package, e.g., SPSS. Corequisite: 501 or permission of instructor. {Fall}

Practical issues related to material introduced in 502. Emphasis placed on use of a computerized statistical package, e.g. SPSS. Corequisite: 502 or permission of instructor. {Spring}

Facilitates development of active research in first-year graduate students. Presentations include 1) research lectures by faculty and graduate students; and 2) research proposals by class members, critiqued by instructor and classmates.

This is a core course required for doctoral students in clinical psychology. The purpose of this course is to introduce you to concepts and basic skills that will prepare you for practicum experiences. It is intended as a general introduction to concepts, practices and skills that are common to all methods of psychotherapy, and will be complimentary to the individual and group supervision you will be receiving.

A research-bases course that provides a comprehensive study of abnormal behavior. It stresses diagnosis and assessment of psychopathology and examines various theories of etiology. Recommended treatments are mentioned briefly. Restriction: permission of instructor.

Provides an introduction to intelligence testing, contemporary factors influencing intellectual performance, and clinical interpretation of cognitive tests. The neuropsychological implications of cognitive deficits are reviewed, along with different approaches to neuropsychological assessment.

This course is intended to serve as an introduction to the issues and literature concerned with the science of clinical psychology. Restriction: admitted to Ph.D. Psychology.

Theories and practices related to an understanding of children and adolescents who deviate from normal development either intellectually, educationally, emotionally, physically or in some combination. Relevant family variables are considered.

Provides an introduction to basic aspects of neuroscience; e.g., historical perspectives, neurocytology, neurophysiology, neurochemistry, neuropharmacology, neuroanatomy. In depth critical discussion of fundamental and current topics.

The basics of human neuroanatomy and brain networks are described based on data recorded by functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), diffusion tensor imaging (DTI), positron emission tomography PET, electroencephalography (EEG), magnetoencephalography (MEG) and transcranial stimulation

Individual research into an area proposed by the student and conducted under the direction of a faculty member.

Surveys the major topics and issues in lower order cognitive processes. Includes coverage of fundamental theoretical and empirical work in sensory detection, attention, perception, and motor control.

Faculty-supervised investigative study that results in the development and writing of a master’s thesis. Offered on a CR/NC basis only.

A bimonthly seminar learning experience where clinical graduate students meet with faculty to present and discuss ongoing, interesting or challenging cases. Offered on a CR/NC basis only.

Graduate students in the doctoral program in clinical psychology provide psychotherapy to clients in the UNM Psychology Clinic under the supervision of the clinical faculty. Offered on a CR/NC basis only.

Critical examination of recent empirical and theoretical articles on behavioral/cognitive neuroscience topics selected by students.

The goal of the course is to provide a conceptual, mathematical, and pragmatic understanding of neural time series data, especially in regard to electroencephalographic (EEG) signals.

Study of any psychological topic not otherwise included in the curriculum upon expression of mutual interest by students and faculty. {Offered upon demand}

Available only to students who have successfully completed their dissertations. This is a one-year, full-time external clinical internship in which students provide treatment, assessment, and other relevant professional services under intensive and direct professional supervision.

Faculty-supervised investigative study that results in the development and writing of a doctoral dissertation. Offered on a CR/NC basis only.

This course will introduce students to the concepts, theories, significant findings, methodologies, and terminology that apply to the field of psychology.

This course is an introduction to the scientific study of human social influence and interaction, and explores how an individual’s actions, emotions, attitudes and thought processes are influenced by society and other individuals.

Study of human physical and psychological change and stability from a lifespan development perspective.

The course provides an overview of human cognitive processes such as attention, perception, memory, language, categorization, decision-making, reasoning, and problem solving. Includes methods, theories, and applications.

A general survey of the biological foundations of behavior and mental processes. Students will gain an understanding of anatomy, physiology, and chemistry of the nervous system and their relationships to human behavior.

This course provides an overview of how information is acquired, stored, retrieved, and manifested in the behavior of human and non-human animals.

This course examines how biological, psychological, and social factors interact with and affect different areas within health. Course will cover the role of stress in illness, coping with illness, pain management, and the role of health behavior in health and disease.

Exploration of the psychological, physiological, cultural, social and individual factors that influence sexual behavior, sex roles, and sex identity.

This course covers introductory-level topics in statistics that are applicable to psychological research. Both descriptive and inferential statistics are covered. Topics include applying statistical formulas to psychological data and interpreting the results of statistical analyses.

Application of the concepts covered in PSYC 2510. Includes discussion of basic principles of research design and scientific methodology as applied to psychology. Prerequisite: PSYC 2510.

An advanced course that presents theory and research on the physical, cognitive, social, emotional, perceptual and motor development in the first two years of life. Prerequisite: PSYC 2120.

Empirical study of adolescent development from different theoretical perspectives. Organization of individual social patterns through cultural and historical transitions and interplay between risk and protective factors in healthy development as well as deviant behaviors. Prerequisite: PSYC 2120 and 2510.

Review of the historical, scientific and ethical issues in the field of psychopathology. Categorization of deviant behavior, theories of abnormal behavior, systems of therapy and relevant research are covered. Prerequisite: PSYC 1110.

The analysis of brain-behavior relationships regarding affect and higher cognitive functions (language, memory, spatial reasoning) in humans. Prerequisite: PSYC 2250.

This is an advanced psychology course designed for those with an interest in the field of forensic psychology. Forensic psychology applies psychological art and science to legal and quasi-legal problems. Prerequisite: 332.

Study of the pharmacological action and physiological and psychological effects of drugs of abuse including stimulants, depressants, narcotics and hallucinogens. Prerequisite: PSYC 2250.

How humans acquire and use knowledge. Theoretical and applied issues discussed around the topics of memory structures, attention, forgetting, mnemonics, imagery and individual differences in memory. Prerequisite: PSYC 2220 or PSYC 2270.

Study of the methods organisms use to gain information about objects. The sensory processes are discussed as a basis for description of more complex perceptual phenomena. Prerequisite: PSYC 2220 or PSYC 2270.

An in-depth examination of the universal human experience of love. This course explores the full range of theories on love, including biological, taxonomical, implicit, developmental, cultural, and evolutionary. PSYC 2120 is recommended. Prerequisite: 1110.

An introduction to the major developments and individuals in the history of psychology. Prerequisite: any 300-level psychology course

Investigation of the theoretical bases and critical issues in the area of developmental psychology. Prerequisite: PSYC 2120.

This advanced psychology course is for those interested in the nature of and prevention and treatment of alcohol use disorders and alcohol-related problems. Prerequisite: 332.

This seminar examines research on prevention, diagnosis and treatment of clinical depressions and mania. Prerequisites: 2250 and 332.

A survey of clinical behavior therapies, including techniques based upon learning theory, self-control, cognitive and social psychological principles. Emphasis is upon treatment outcome research and the practical application of methods to clients' life problems. Prerequisite: 332.

The course reviews the psychological science of emotion, particularly the application of objective physiological and neural measurements. Topics will include historical perspective, neuroscience of emotion, physiology of stress, disorders of emotion, and more. Prerequisite: PSYC 1110.

Study of any psychological topic not otherwise included in the curriculum upon expression of mutual interest by students and faculty.

This will examine theory and research regarding the development of human strengths at an advanced undergraduate level. The course will focus on strengths that promote better functioning including creativity, optimism, wisdom, courage, love, and spirituality. Prerequisite: 1110.

Study of any psychological topic not otherwise included in the curriculum upon expression of mutual interest by students and faculty. {Offered upon demand}