UConn Psychology department
This professor has pink bangs and walks around lecture shoeless
Kristen Kling
The developmental psychologist who is associated with the Theory of Cognitive Development
Jean Piaget
An anxiety disorder that develops in some people after extremely traumatic events
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Changing your behavior to along with group
Conformity
This graduate degree equips graduates to work in educational settings, focusing on student well-being and learning through assessment, intervention, consultation, and advocacy. These programs prepare students for roles in schools by teaching skills in psychoeducational evaluations, counseling, and improving learning environments. While a master's degree is a common route, some states require a specialist-level degree or doctorate for licensure
Masters/Doctorate in School Psychology
The name of Eric Lundquist's dog
Pluto
The understanding that an object exists, even if it is not in sight.
Object Permanence
A neurological disorder that affects communication and behavior
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Preconceived attitudes or opinions about an issue, person or group
Prejudice
This doctoral degree follows a scientist-practitioner model, emphasizing extensive training in both research and clinical practice. It has a strong focus on scientific research and generating new knowledge, which prepares graduates for careers in research, academia, and clinical work.
PhD in Clinical Psychology
This professor has 119 one star rating on RMP
Alexandra Paxton
The theorist who coined psychosocial stages of development
Erik Erikson
In order for a behavior to be classified as psychopathological (abnormal) the behavior must be:
Deviant, distressful, and dysfunctional
The feeling of anxiety while simultaneously holding two contradicting beliefs
Cognitive Dissonance
This degree is a graduate-level degree that provides specialized knowledge and skills for professional ___ practice, preparing students for roles in clinical settings, administration, and policy work. The program includes coursework and supervised field education, leading to eligibility for state licensure and opening diverse career paths in public and private agencies.
Masters in Social Work
The amount of money UConn's Psychology department receives in annual research funding.
10-12 million dollars
The stage in the Theory of Cognitive Development that is demonstrated by abstract thinking and metacognition.
The formal operational stage
A disorder characterized by a pattern of instability in personal relationships, intense emotions, poor self image, and impulsivity
Borderline Personality Disorder
The process by which recent experiences increase the accessibility of a schema, trait, or concept
Priming
This graduate degree provides advanced training in therapeutic techniques to help individuals overcome psychological and emotional challenges, preparing graduates for licensure and diverse careers in mental health, schools, and social services. Programs often require around 60 credit hours and lead to licensure, enabling professionals to practice in various clinical settings.
Masters in Counseling Psychology
The amount of undergraduate psych classes offered at UConn across all campuses
57
The Developmental Psychologist associated with the Zone of Proximal Development
Lev Vygotsky
This term explain the cause or causes of a psychological disorder
Etiology
Attributing an over-importance on personality factors and less on social factors when studying behavior
Fundamental attribution error
This graduate-level degree prepares professionals to provide psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families, applying systems-based theories to address problems within social and relational contexts. The degree typically involves coursework in systems theory and supervised clinical experience to prepare graduates for licensure.
Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy