PSYC326

An introduction to the field of relationship science. Students will examine love and intimacy from developmental, psychological, socio-cultural, and historical perspectives. Students will consider the development of interpersonal attraction, the role of socio-cultural contexts on relationships, theories of love and relationship development, sexual behavior in the context of intimacy, common problems in relationships, and the application of psychology in the development of therapeutic interventions for relationship problems. Does NOT count as an elective in the Biology major. Fulfills psychology elective requirement.