PSY 707 - An Introduction to Attachment Theory

Units: 3
When Offered: Fall
This course focuses on attachment theory, paying particular attention to empirical developments within the attachment literature. Original writings by John Bowlby, Mary Ainsworth, and Mary Main are explored (among others), along with newer developments in the field. Attachment theory is presented in the context of developmental and clinical psychology, helping students to apply the biological, psychological, and social aspects of attachment to clinical practice.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 700, 722, and 723