Lisa Smithson
Contact
ATS Associate Lecturer, Faculty of Arts - Psychology Dept
- smithson@ualberta.ca
Courses
PSYCH 105 - Individual and Social Behavior
Introduction to the study of human individuality, personality, and social psychological processes. Some aspects of normal and abnormal human development, psychological assessment and treatment may be reviewed. Fulfillment of the 1/4 laboratory credit typically entails serving as a research participant but can be fulfilled through the completion of alternative assignments. Note: PSYCH 104 and 105 can be taken in either term, but not in the same term. [Faculty of Arts]
PSYCH 223 - Lifespan Developmental Psychology
Introduction to biological, cognitive and social aspects of psychological development. Prerequisite: PSYCH 105. [Faculty of Arts]
PSYCH 239 - Abnormal Psychology
Nature and treatment of psychological disorders, such as cross-disciplinary perspectives and an emphasis on improving understanding of psychopathology in everyday life. Prerequisite: PSYCH 105. Not open to students with credit in PSYCH 339. [Faculty of Arts]
PSYCH 335 - Introduction to Clinical Psychology
The study of the profession of clinical psychology, including topics such as case studies to examine diagnosis and assessment, judgement and decision making, and psychotherapeutic and community interventions. Prerequisite: PSYCH 239. Not open to students with credit in PSYCH 435. [Faculty of Arts]
PSYCH 405 - Special Topics in Psychology II
Review and discussion of special theoretical or methodological topics, or a novel or emerging research areas in contemporary psychology. Prerequisites: PSYCH 104, PSYCH 105, PSYCH 213 or STAT 151 or STAT 161, and one 300-level PSYCH course. Note: Consult the Department of Psychology website for the topics offered and any additional prerequisites. [Faculty of Arts]