Fact or Fiction? Mythbusting Pseudoscience in Psychology
PSY 1022
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Description
Do opposites really attract? How does misinformation spread? Do repeated concussions cause early cognitive decline? What did Freud get right? We will investigate these questions and more in this course, which will delve into the science and pseudoscience of psychology from clinical psychology, behavioral science, and neuroscience perspectives. Be prepared to become skilled investigators and critical thinkers as we uncover psychological truths and myths.
Recommended Prep
The Psychology Department requires completion of Science of Living Systems 20 or Psychology 1 or the equivalent of introductory psychology (e.g. Psych AP=5 or IB =7 or Psyc S-1) and at least one foundational course from MCB/NEURO 80, PSY 11, PSY 14, PSY 15, PSY 16, or PSY 18 before enrolling in this course; or permission of instructor.
Available for Harvard Cross Registration
