Psychosocial Perspectives of Genocide, Democide, and Politicide   [Archived Catalog]
2011-2012 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook with Addendum
   

PY 712 - Psychosocial Perspectives of Genocide, Democide, and Politicide


Prerequisite(s): PY 443  and PY 446  and PY 451 . This course explores the theory, history, and psychosocial consequences of genocide, democide, politicide, and mass violence. The course further assesses the conditions for, and limitations to, achieving justice in domestic politics and international affairs with a particular emphasis on critical exploration of the role of U.S. and international peace keeping organizations (e.g. United Nations). Utilizing historic and current cases from countries in numerous world regions, students will become familiar with relevant psychological and social methods of prevention and intervention with the myriad psychosocial sequelae following mass violence and trauma. (2 credits)