Emotion

Synopsis

Emotion introduces the theoretical and empirical issues in the domain of emotion, and discusses the key issues in the field. This course aims to provide an integrative and cross-disciplinary perspective of the study of emotion, and straddles across various psychological disciplines, such as social, personality, biological, and cognitive psychology.

Level: 3
Credit Units: 5
Presentation Pattern: Every July

Topics

Introduction to Emotion
Theories of Emotion
Methods in the Study of Emotion
Biology and Functions of Emotion
Expressing and Regulating Emotions
Personality, Sociocultural, and Cognitive Aspects of Emotion

Learning Outcome

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the key approaches to and theories of emotion, and the various methodologies employed in the study of emotion
Analyse the cognitive, affective, physiological, cultural, personality, and behavioural components of individual emotions
Evaluate the research findings and theories of emotion in human development, personality, and cognition
Judge the implications of emotion on life outcomes and physical, psychological, and mental well-being based on the research findings and theories in these areas
Design research studies to investigate key questions of interest in the field of emotion
Propose strategies for regulating emotion and improving well-being in real life by utilising the theories and concepts on emotion regulation and evaluating how emotion influences physical, psychological, and mental well-being
Critique or evaluate existing research in a domain by drawing together theories and findings from various sources

Part-time Programmes / CET Courses

Singapore University of Social Sciences

Emotion

Emotion (PSY369)

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