PC 443 - Diversity in Clinical Psychology I

This course provides a basic framework for understanding the mechanisms used to maintain privilege and the balance of power, as well as the methods used to limit, oppress and restrict members of less privileged groups. It will specifically address the psychological, socio-political and economic impact that power and privilege has on your understanding of cultural, diversity, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, class, race, abledness, immigrant status and identity on children and families. Moreover, students will address the intersection of multiple identities embedded in themselves and their clients, stereotypes, transference dynamics, socio-economic status and the impact of gender roles on children, adolescents, and families. (2 credits)

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