Psychology of Adjustment

Unit code: APP3021 | Study level: Undergraduate
Credit points
12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
Footscray Park
Prerequisites
APP2013 - Psychology 2A
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Overview
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Overview

This unit of study explores the experience of, and adjustment to, a range of life events and transitions including loss, illness, migration, new parenthood and more uncommon traumatic events. The experience of these events is considered in the light of theoretical perspectives about stress, coping and adaptation, trauma and recovery, attachment and social support.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Appraise the range of psychological experiences associated with certain life events and transitions;
  2. Critique theoretical perspectives on stress, coping and adaption, trauma and recovery;
  3. Critically discuss individual, community and cultural difference and the challenges this may pose for psychological theory and practice; and
  4. Research and present a critical evaluation of specific aspects of human experience and psychological theory.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Exercise
|
Grade: 10%
Essay preparation report (500 words)
Assessment type: Research Paper
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Grade: 40%
Written paper and interview transcript or archival records (2000 words)
Assessment type: Examination
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Grade: 50%
Examination on theoretical content (90 minutes)

Required reading

Selected readings will be made available via the unit VU Collaborate site.

As part of a course

This unit is not compulsory for any specific course. Depending on the course you study, this unit may be taken as an elective.

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