PSYD 866 Theories and Contemporary Issues of Motivation and Emotion

The aim of this course is to explore the theories and principles of human motivation and emotion from a contemporary perspective and to examine how these psychological constructs encompass underlying processes that initiate, direct, and maintain human behavior. Theories and empirical literature relevant to the biological, learned, and cognitive factors influencing human behavior will be examined. Specific topics may Include emotions, curiosity and exploration, achievement, aggression, addiction, stress, and work. This course is part of the Illinois School of Professional Psychology curriculum. Pre-requisite(s): Admission to the ISPP PsyD program. Co-requisite(s): None. 3 semester hours