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settings. Comparison of Adlerian concepts with Eclectic theoretical
concepts will be illustrated.

PSYC 734 COUNSELING THEORY AND PRACTICE
Former course number 534 Prerequisites: 6 hours in the field,
including PSYC 502
Credits: 3
In this course, several of the major approaches to counseling will be
examined. The theoretical bases and major concepts of these
approaches, as well as the process of counseling proposed by the
advocates of different schools, will be studied. The theories studied
will include client-centered, Gestalt, Behaviorist, and Adlerian.

PSYC 739 DYNAMICS OF GROUP BEHAVIOR
Former course number 539 Prerequisites: None
Credits: 3
This course is primarily concerned with the way in which small, face-
to-face groups function and the factors which influence their
functioning. Secondly, factors that influence organization functioning
will be considered. The effect of the individual’s behavior on other
group members and the group will be examined. Various experiential
activities, such as role-playing, subgroup exercises and simulation will
be used to demonstrate and analyze facets of group dynamics. The
course is designed to assist teachers, administrators, managers, and
curriculum workers.

PSYC 744 PSYCHODYNAMICS OF PSYCHOPATHOLOGY I
Former course number 544 Prerequisites: None
Credits: 3
This course will present a foundation for the understanding of
psychopathology. The basic constructs of normal and abnormal
behavior will be studied dynamically.

PSYC 775 PSYCHOPHARMACOLOGY
Former course number 575 Prerequisites: Admission to
Psychotherapy Certificate program or 21 hours of graduate courses
and permission of instructor Credits: 3
This course is designed for non-medical psychotherapists and
counselors. Students will be presented an overview of the current
therapeutic use of psychotropic drugs. A brief history of
psychopharmacology, an overview of neuroanatomy, a survey on

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