WORDS TO LIVE BY...

As you may know, we have all been saddened by the death of Leonard Nimoy, most knowN for playing "Mr. Spock". The following link provides some profound guidance on some of the lessons we learned from both of them about life!! 

http://www.msn.com/en-us/tv/gallery/12-inspirational-spock-quotes-to-live-your-life-by/ss-BBi3j46#image=11

REMINDER SCHEDULING CHANGE NEXT WEEK

Just a reminder that all Tuesday/Thhursday classes are cancelled next Tuesday, March 3rd.

Psy 215H, which meets on Monday and Wednesday, will have a makeup class scheduled Tuesday from 9:30am-10:45am.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

What is your major?

If you are struggling to decide what to major in as many community college students do, take a look at the fifteen highest paid majors (notice a trend?)

http://www.msn.com/en-us/money/careersandeducation/15-college-majors-with-the-highest-starting-salaries/ss-AA9jCGZ#image=17

PARKINSON'S DISEASE

The following article is an excellent piece discussing many of the topics we have touched on in classes- mechanisms of degenerative diseases, genetics, what research may offer in terms of treatment, and it is written by someone suffering from the disease, offering excellent insight into what it is like. Definitely worth reading!



http://www.nytimes.com/2015/02/22/opinion/sunday/the-bright-side-of-parkinsons.html?_r=0

PERSONALITY TRAITS THAT MIGHT EXTEND YOUR LIFE

More and more evidence suggests multiple factors affect our lifespan. One of those factors happens to be our personality. Take a look at the following information which explains how who you are can affect how long you live.

http://www.msn.com/en-us/health/wellness/personality-traits-of-long-lived-people/ss-AAcNTb

PSYCHOTROPIC MEDICATION

In a number of our classes we have been speaking about approaching treatment of psychological disorders via psychotherapy and medication. The following article offers excellent insight into use of medication:

http://opinionator.blogs.nytimes.com/2015/02/12/breaking-up-with-my-meds/?_r=0

IF YOU ARE I NTERESTED IN TRANSFERRING.......

TRANSFER DAY:   Wednesday, February 18, 2014

   Location:   Babylon Student Center Cafeteria

 

Time:   10:00am - 1:00pm

 

     Participating Colleges:

 

 

 

Adelphi University

Alfred University

Baruch College

Berkeley College

Briarcliffe College

Chamberlain College of Nursing

Culinary Institute of America

Dowling College

Excelsior College

Farmingdale State College

Fashion Institute of Technology – SUNY

Five Towns College

George Mason University

Hofstra University

Iona College

John Jay College of Criminal Justice

Johnson & Wales University

LIU Brentwood

LIU Post

LIU Riverhead

Lynn University

Manhattan College

Manhattanville College

Marymount Manhattan College

Mercy College

Molloy College

Monroe College

Montserrat College of Art

New York Institute of Technology

NYU-CCTOP

NYU-School of Professional Studies

 

 

 

 

 

Pace University

Purchase College

Queens College

Roger Williams University

Rutgers University

Seton Hall University

St. John’s University

St. Joseph’s College Arts & Sciences

St. Joseph’s College Nursing

St. Thomas Aquinas College

Stony Brook University

Stony Brook University School of Nursing

SUNY Cobleskill

SUNY College of Environmental Science & Forestry

SUNY Delhi

SUNY New Paltz

SUNY Old Westbury

SUNY Oneonta

SUNY Oswego

SUNY Polytechnic Institute

SUNY Potsdam

The Art Institutes

The New School

Touro College School of Health Sciences

University at Albany

University of Buffalo

University of Massachusetts Lowell

University of New Haven

University of Tampa

Vaughn College of Aeronautics & Technology

Wagner College

Psychology and Valentine's day

The following article was in the New York Times yesterday about how research is conducted on relationships and the possible effects it may have on real life relationships. Enjoy!

http://op-talk.blogs.nytimes.com/2015/02/09/can-scientific-relationship-advice-save-your-marriage/?_r=0

PSI BETA, THE NATIONAL JUNIOR HONOR SOCIETY IN PSYCHOLOGY

If you are a student who:

• Have completed at least 12 college credits
• Are registered as a full-time student
• Have completed Psy 101 with a B or better
• Have an overall GPA of 3.5 or better

You are eligible for psi Beta, the National Junior Honor Society in Psychology. If you are thinking of being a Psych major it is a great way to begin to build your resume and become involved in activities related to the field of Psychology.

If you are interested in applying please ask me for an application or contact Professor Tom Coleman or professor Nellie Sta.Maria for more information!

REMINDER: FIRST QUIZZES ARE COMING UP-MAKE SURE YOU GET SCANTRONS FOR THEM!

ALL PSYCHOLOGY STUDENTS-EXTRA CREDIT OPPORTUNITY

 

Join us Wednesday, February 11th as SCCC and the Biology Club in association with the Biology Department Outreach Program welcomes





Dr. Rosa Gambier and Dr. Peter Smith of the Biology Department present:


The Biology Of Valentine’s Day
How Science and Nature Sets The Stage For Love

What is the story behind Valentine’s Day? How is the attraction between two lovers influenced by biology? Is there an evolutionary lesson behind mate selection? What role does various food and botanicals play in this funny little game called love. Since knowledge is power, come join us and maybe you’ll get lucky!

Smithtown Science Bldg. – Room T126 SCCC – Selden Campus Wednesday, February 11th, 2015 11:00AM – 12:15PM Refreshments will be served!



This event is sponsored by the Office of Campus Activities and Student Leadership Development




All students have the opportunity to earn up to ten points extra credit on the first exam by attending this event and completing a 2-3 page paper on it. In addition to summarizing the information presented, you should obtain at least (1) other source and write the paper in APA format.

Psy 215 or 215H students: You have the option of attending the lecture and completing a paper on one of the Sexual Disorders/Dysfunctions (the chapter which we will be completing second half of the semester).

Please let me know if you have any questions.

PSYCHOLOGY CLUB EVENT!-INDUSTRIAL/ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY

Are you interested in Psychology? Are you interested in business?

Learn how you can combine these interests....

Join The Psychology Club Wednesday 2/4/2015, 11:00am-12:15 in Southampton 228.

SUNY Farmingdale Psychology Faculty Member Dr. Jennifer Gonder will describe the specialty area known as Industrial/Organizational Psychology.

They will discuss courses needed and career possibilities.

Pizza and Soda served!

FOOTBALL AND THE BRAIN

After a classic Superbowl game you may still have football on the brain!

A large body of research has suggested that the long-term consequences of playing football can have devastating consequences. A recent article in the New York Times summarizes some of the directions this current research is delving into:

http://www.nytimes.com/2015/01/29/sports/football/study-points-to-cognitive-dangers-of-tackle-football-before-age-12.html?_r=0

Enjoy!

PSY 215 AND PSY 215H MAKEUP WORK

Given that we have already missed 2 classes, please note the following update to the material/syllabus in terms of making up work that will be part of the MIDTERM EXAM. Please review the slides and read the textbook for the following disorders which we will NOT cover in class but will be on the Midterm: 

Anxiety Disorders: 

• Social Anxiety Disorder
• Body Dysmorphic Disorder
• Hoarding Disorder 

Mood Disorders:

• BiPloar I Disorder
• BiPolar II disorder 

CLASSES ARE CANCELLED MONDAY, FEBRUARY 2ND