Course Objectives: |
The aim of this course is to discuss the mechanisms of basic mammalian motives and emotions across evolutionary, developmental, physiological, and social contexts. Within this framework, the autonomous nervous system, endocrinal system, hypothalamus, limbic system; basic motivation and emotion theories, basic mechanisms of hunger, thirst, sexual and psychosocial motives will be studied in detail. |
Course Content: |
The aim of this course is to discuss the mechanisms of basic mammalian motives and emotions across evolutionary, developmental, physiological, and social contexts. Within this framework, the autonomous nervous system, endocrinal system, hypothalamus, limbic system; basic motivation and emotion theories, basic mechanisms of hunger, thirst, sexual and psychosocial motives will be studied in detail. |
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Introduction
Historical perspective and basic concepts |
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genetics, learning and motivation
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General physiological perspective
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basic instincts
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Reproductive and sex differences
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attachment and love
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Invigoration and stress
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fear and pain
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Anger, hatred and aggression
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Happiness, sadness, depression, hopelessness and suicide
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Factors affecting motivation and emotions
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Instinct theories
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Theories of emotion; James-Lange theory, Connan Bard theory et al.
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general evaluation
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
1) |
Graduates acquire profound knowledge about the basic theories of psychology and gain the ability to use this equipment effectively on the field |
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2) |
With the readings and discussions included in the department courses, our students graduate as individuals who can think critically, question and express their opinion in the professional and social fields. |
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3) |
Graduates gain a strong background in research and practice with the methodology education they receive. |
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4) |
Since thirty percent of the courses are taught in English, our graduates acquire a proficiency in reading, speaking and writing in English. |
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Students graduate as individuals who are able to follow and willing to contribute to the developments in the field. |
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Students will graduate with the awareness of the ethical concerns that are crucial to have while working in the field and in academia. |
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