Academic Catalog

PSY452 PSYCHOLOGY OF GENDER

Course Code: 2330452
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): 3(3-0)
ECTS Credit: 7,5
Department: Psychology
Language of Instruction: English
Level of Study: Undergraduate
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Offered Semester: Fall Semesters.

Course Content

The psychology of being a male or a female is pursued within a developmental perspective. Gender differences and problems in childhood, adolescence, adulthood and old-age are considered. Special emphasis is given to exploring the psychological functions and implications of gender stereotypes.