END OF SEMESTER

As the semester winds down, please be aware of all of the following:

1) If anyone needs to makeup either Quiz 3 or 4, please make sure you do so by Thursday, December 8th.

2) If anyone needs to makeup a mid-term, please see me to schedule it now. Failure to do so will result in an 0 being assigned for that grade.

3) If for any reason, you are unable to take the final, please contact me and we can discuss the possibility of an INC. If you do not make contact with me by the time the class grades are entered into the system, a 0 will be assigned as the final grades.


FINAL EXAMS FOR BOTH PSY 101 AND PSY 215 WILL BE HELD ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 15TH, 2016.

While we will attempt to cover all information that will be covered on the final, it will be tight, thus, students should cover the following topics via the slides, videos, and textbook.

Psychology 101: The Cerebral Cortex (slides 30-38, Biological basis of behavior)- make sure you know which function, or sense, each is associated with and the anatomy of the lobes. \

Psychology 215: Rape and Sexual Dysfunctions (slides 22-31)

PLEASE FEEL FREE TO ASK ME QUESTIONS ABOUT ANY OF THESE BUT MAKE SURE YOU ARE READY TO ANSWER QUESTIONS ABOUT THEM AS THEY WILL BE COVERED ON THE FINAL EXAM!!!!

Addiction and Video Games

Throughout the semester, we have discussed the impact of technology and videogames on society. The following article is an excellent up-to-date synopsis of where the field of Psychology is with the issue....

http://www.washingtonpost.com/sf/style/2016/12/07/video-games-are-more-addictive-than-ever-this-is-what-happens-when-kids-cant-turn-them-off/

End of Semester Stress

As the semester winds down, students and faculty alike find themselves under a great deal of stress. The following article presents some practical suggestions on how to manage the challenges associated with this overwhelming time of year:

http://www.counseling.ufl.edu/cwc/end-of--the-semester-stress.aspx

Freud Lives!!!

As part of our discussions all semester we have referenced the ideas of Freud and how childhood can impact our adult functioning. The following article shows how far research in this area has come and discusses the how the type of relationship we had with our parents affects our careers:

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/parenting/wp/2016/12/02/could-an-insecure-childhood-have-a-big-impact-on-your-career-trajectory/?utm_term=.5c3e8d3dcb9c

FINALS/MAKEUPS

As the semester winds down, please be aware of all of the following:

1) If anyone needs to makeup either Quiz 3 or 4, please make sure you do so by Thursday, December 8th.

2) If anyone needs to makeup a mid-term, please see me to schedule it now. Failure to do so will result in an 0 being assigned for that grade.

3) If for any reason, you are unable to take the final, please contact me and we can discuss the possibility of an INC. If you do not make contact with me by the time the class grades are entered into the system, a 0 will be assigned as the final grades.


FINAL EXAMS FOR BOTH PSY 101 AND PSY 215 WILL BE HELD ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 15TH, 2016.

While we will attempt to cover all information that will be covered on the final, it will be tight, thus, students should cover the following topics via the slides, videos, and textbook.

Psychology 101: The Cerebral Cortex (slides 30-38, Biological basis of behavior)- make sure you know which function, or sense, each is associated with and the anatomy of the lobes. \

Psychology 215: Rape and Sexual Dysfunctions (slides 22-31)

PLEASE FEEL FREE TO ASK ME QUESTIONS ABOUT ANY OF THESE BUT MAKE SURE YOU ARE READY TO ANSWER QUESTIONS ABOUT THEM AS THEY WILL BE COVERED ON THE FINAL EXAM!!!!

An Extreme Form of Behavioral Therapy

We have talked about various forms of therapy. The following articles talks about a very controversial form of behavioral therapy......

https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/magazine/an-electric-shock-therapy-stops-self-harm-among-the-autistic-but-at-what-cost/2016/11/21/b9b06c44-8f2c-11e6-9c85-ac42097b8cc0_story.html

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

REMINDER-THE LAST DAY TO HAND IN ESSAYS FOR PSY 101H AND PAPER FOR PSY 215H IS TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22ND.

Something to be Thankful for....

As the holiday season is upon us, it is easy to get caught up in the commotion of that has become the American Holiday Season. The following article talks a lot about many different aspects of it and how we can make the most of it for our psychological health!

http://psychology.berkeley.edu/news/thanksgiving-and-gratitude-science-happier-holidays

Trying to Figure out what you want to do with the rest of your life?

Career Services hopes you will encourage students to attend the following event to help guide their career paths:

 

Exploring Majors

 

Wednesday, November 16, 2016

11:00 AM-1:00 PM

Babylon Student Center Lobby

Ammerman Campus

 

Unsure what you want to study? Thinking about changing your major? Talk to faculty about your future!

 

Here are the departments that will be represented:

 

1.    Automotive Technology

2.    Business Administration, Accounting, and Paralegal Studies

3.    Criminal Justice

4.    Earth and Space Sciences

5.    Engineering

6.    English

7.    Fitness Specialist

8.    Foreign Language and ESL

9.    Human Services

10. Social Sciences

11. Theatre Arts

Psychology and Finance

One of the more fascinating newer areas of Psychology is known as Behavioral Finance, which is the application of Psychology to understanding how we make decisions involved with money. The following article lends insight into why we often have a difficult time with saving money and borrowing more than we ar4e able to afford......

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/wonk/wp/2016/11/04/the-psychological-trick-that-makes-it-harder-to-pay-off-your-credit-cards/

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN A CAREER IN THE SOCIAL SCIENCES?

The Social Sciences Department is hosting a career workshop on Wednesday, November 9^th at 11 a.m. in Room 22 of the Southampton Building.

 

PSY 215H MIDTERM, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 3RD, 2016

Are you thinking of a career in the mental health field?

If you are thinking of a career in the mental health field, there is a general need for psychiatrists. The following article discusses the need for Child Psychiatrists and attempts by the medical field to address this need...


https://www.washingtonpost.com/national/health-science/theres-a-shortage-of-child-psychiatrists-and-kids-are-hurting/2016/10/28/37fd19f0-63b6-11e6-be4e-23fc4d4d12b4_story.html

Is this election season causing you stress?

Many Americans are ready for the current election cycle (circus?) to be over! If you are one of them the following APA study suggests you are not alone!


http://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/2016/10/presidential-election-stress.aspx

ALL CLASSES CANCELLED TUESDAY OCTOBER 25TH

MIDTERM EXAMS for Psy 101 will still be Thursday 10/27/2016

Psy 101 MIDTERMS

PSY 101H-Tuesday/Thursday, 9:30am and Psy 101 Tuesday/Thursday, 11:00am will be having their Midterm Exam on Thursday, 10/27/2016.

Just a reminder: Any missed quizzes must be made up by that date or a 0 will be assigned for the quiz grade. Also, anyone whom attended the extra credit events must submit their summary to be eligible for the points as well.

Please see me with any questions!

College Majors and Careers

During class, we have had numerous discussions in the relationship between education and career/earning potential. The following article discusses a recent study that identifies/ranks the top 50 college majors related to their income potential"

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/grade-point/wp/2016/10/17/want-college-to-pay-off-these-are-the-50-majors-with-the-highest-earnings/

SOCIAL MOBILITY-NATURE VERSUS NURTURE

We have often discussed the question of nature versus nurture when it comes to individual characteristics. In the height of this election season, a major question revolves around the concept of social mobility. The following article discusses how research is constantly evolving in this area and how newer research is beginning to point to very different answers that have been historically believed....

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/wonk/wp/2016/10/06/striking-new-research-on-inequality-whatever-you-thought-its-worse/

Psychology Club

The Psychology Club will meet tomorrow, 10/5, in room H-228 at 11 A.M

EXTRA CREDIT TOMORROW OCTOBER 5TH

Just a reminder that tomorrow, October 5th, is Mental health Awareness Day at Suffolk Community College. There will be presentations running from 9:30am-2:00pm and tables from local mental health agencies. It is an excellent opportunity to get a hands on opportunity to learn more about the issue and field of mental health.

For extra credit, Psychology students can attend one of the lectures and write a brief, one  page paper summarizing what they learned. The due date is the date of the Midterm.

As we have discussed in class a common theme in the field of mental health is stress. The following article gives a unique perspective on how to handle this omnipresent experience....

https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/education/stressed-dont-fight-it-retired-professor-says/2016/09/25/6e596b00-819f-11e6-8327-f141a7beb626_story.html

ETHICS IN EXPERIMENTATION

The following link was identified by one of our fellow students and is an excellent video on the ethics of research in psychology which we are covering now. Add it to your list of videos to watch!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zZ3l1jgmYrY

EXTRA CREDIT

There are two extra credit opportunities for all psychology students this semester. A major part of the field of Psychology is continuing to attend lectures to get information from people working in the field. Over the next few weeks, there are a couple of great opportunities to do so here at SCCC.

You can earn up to 5 points on the midterm exam by attending one of the following events and writing a one-page paper on your experience.

September 28th, 11:00am, Montauk Point Room: Rehabilitation through the Arts: is a presentation on a fascinating new approach in Forensic Psychology which uses the creative arts to teach individuals in the prison system to develop life skills and change behavior patterns to reduce recidivism.

October 5th, 9:30am: Mildred Green Room: Health Brain, Happy Life: Come learn about how the fascinating concept of Neuroplasticity can impact the structure and function of your brain. The focus will be on behaviors that can have a positive and negative effect on the brain and will include survivors of traumatic brain injury discussing how different behaviors can effect your health and life.

Making Yourself Happy

The following article describes a study about whether or not being nice to oneself actual leads to increased happiness:

https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/living-life-well/201609/treat-yourself-does-it-really-make-you-happy

Psychology and Elections

In this very controversial election season, there is a lot of speculation about how people are going to vote. The following article discusses some factors research has delineated in terms of why people vote the way they do:

http://www.yalescientific.org/2008/11/the-mind-and-the-ballot-the-role-of-psychology-in-elections/

ALL CLASSES WILL BE CANCELLED THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15TH

SCCC CARES

 

At Suffolk, we are CREATING AWARENESS and READINESS to END STIGMA about mental health issues.  Please know that if you need support related to your psychological, emotional or social well being, there are counselors available on campus in the Counseling Center (Ammerman Building Room 209) to provide free and confidential counseling services.  Contact Sarah Boles, Coordinator of Mental Health Services, at boless@sunysuffolk.edu or (631) 451-4530 for more information.

UPDATED SLIDES

PLEASE NOTE: The slides for Anxiety Disorders for Psy225H (Abnormal psychology) were updated on 9/8/2016. Please make sure you download these to have the most updated version......

INFORMATION RELATED TO TRANSFER

Meet with 4-year college representatives for advisement, scholarship information or transfer questions.

Colleges will be located in the Counseling Center,

Ammerman Building, Rm. 209, 9:30am-1:30pm unless otherwise noted*

                 

SUNY Farmingdale-- September 19^th & October 27^th

CUNY Hunter College—September 27^th

LIU Riverhead & LIU Brentwood-- September 29^th & October 5^th

Touro College-- October 4^th

SUNY Albany-- October 10^th

Molloy College-- October 13^th

LIU Post-- October 18^th

SUNY Buffalo State College-- October 24^th

*Hofstra University-- November 7^th (located in BSC, Orient Point Room, 10:30am-1:30pm)

          

EXCELLENT PRESENTATION

The Criminal Justice and Psychology Departments are excited to host a presentation from:

Dr. Katherine Vockins, Honorable William Hanauer and an alumnus of Rehabilitation through the Arts

Wednesday, September 28^th at 11am in the Montauk Point Room

RTA works in five maximum and medium security prisons including Sing Sing and Bedford Hills Correctional Facilities. The program uses theatre, dance music, voice, writing and visual arts as tools to develop life skills and change behavior patterns. RTA has launched a program with its alumni to develop a play about the experience and challenges of coming home. It will be staged in New York City in early 2017 and then be brought back inside the walls to help the incarcerated better prepare for release.

Rehabilitation through the Arts is dedicated to criminal justice issues and has recently begun a consulting venture in order to disseminate the RTA model nationwide.

 

Sponsored by the Office of Campus Activities and Student Leadership Development

Possible Treatment for Alzheimer's Disease

Scientists are working diligently in order to better understand the etiology of different psychological disorders as well as to develop more effective treatment. A recent study was published suggesting the possibility of a breakthrough in being able to treat Alzheimer's Disease in its' early stages. The following article is a great review of this fascinating research and gives a glimpse into how better understanding the brain can lead to advances in treatment for many neurological/psychological disorders.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/kevinmurnane/2016/09/01/a-possible-treatment-for-alzheimers-disease-is-demonstrated-in-a-clinical-trial/#583ff61839e8

Mental Illness and Stigma

As we begin our discussion of Psychology, in the first few weeks we will be discussing the issue of Mental Illness. Unfortunately, in our society, there often is a negative stigma associated with conditions described by these terms. The following article is a poignant reminder of the kind of negative impact perpetuating such stigmas can have. As you will see by our class discussion, this is an especially important point given the high number of people in our society who struggle with Mental Illness.

http://wnep.com/2016/08/19/bipolar-did-not-define-katie-father-pens-touching-obituary-for-daughter/


Additionally, in our society healthcare and how it is delivered is changing dramatically. This is true for how Mental Health services are being delivered. Recently, Hillary Clinton was on Long Island and discussed her ideas of policy towards psychological/behavioral health care. The following article will give you a good idea of where we are in terms of the practical aspects of the mental health field:

http://www.businessinsider.com/ap-clinton-proposes-plan-to-address-mental-health-treatment-2016-8

WELCOME STUDENTS, FALL 2016

     Welcome students of the Fall 2016 semester!

I am hoping we have a stimulating and enjoyable semester as you experience the world of Psychology. My goal is to offer students who are willing to work hard an opportunity to be immersed in the world of Psychology, explore topics of interest in more detail, and earn a good grade in the course.  On that note, I would like to share a few ideas of things to focus on to both enhance your course experience and give yourself a chance to obtain the best grade possible:

Homework: It will be important to consistently complete your standing homework assignments. If you do, they will provide you valuable context and reinforcement of class lectures. Your standing homework assignments are:

1.     Keep up with the reading: It is a general assumption you will be doing a reading to accompany the class lectures. This will help enhance your understanding of the material and give you a deeper knowledge of the subject matter

2. Watch the assignment videos: The videos associated with the lectures were designed to provide you more details about different topics as well as reinforce material covered in class. Watching them is an excellent way to enhance your understanding and assist with the process of committing the material to memory for test preparation.

       3. Make sure you are aware of the due dates and requirements for all writing assignments and follow them!!!

4. Stay in touch: Many issues can be resolved earlier in the semester and can make the rest of the semester go much smoother. Make sure you are familiar enough with course expectations to ask the questions early in the semester. Feel free to ask during class time so everyone can get the benefit of the information

 

       5.Check the blog on a regular basis for updates on the class, additional reading assignments, and extra credit opportunities.  

6. Class Participation: Please feel free to share thoughts, ideas, and questions during class. I find class discussion an integral part  of a stimulating learning experience and hope you will be an active participant in the class. 

If you find any websites or resources that are helpful to you in the course please share them with me as my website is a dynamic site and I am always looking for resources that will be useful to students

       YOUR FIRST HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENT is to familiarize yourself with the website which will be an invaluable resource throughout the semester! 

 

FINAL EXAM SCHEDULE

The following is the Final Exam Schedule for Spring 2016:

Psy 201, Thursdays, 3:00pm- Thursday, May 5th

Psy 215, Tuesday & Thursday, 9:30am- Tuesday, May 10th
\
Psy 101, Tuesday and Thursday, 11:00am- Tuesday May 10th

Psy 201H, Tuesday & Thursday, 12:30pm- Tuesday May 10th

Psy 215H, Monday & Wednesdays, 9:30am- Wednesday May 11th


If there is any problem with finishing the class, please contact me to discuss an INC. Remember, this must be granted and is not given automatically.

Any makeups must be arranged by the date of the final. If an exam grade is missing it will be entered as a 0. Please make sure you resolve any concerns regarding grades by the end of the semester as since it is summer, and problems with grades will not be resolved until the Fall.

Please see me with any problems/questions.

DEADLINE/END OF SEMESTER REMINDERS

As we begin to wind down the semesters I just wanted to give you a few reminders.

For any quizzes that were missed, a makeup must be done by May 1st, 2016. There will be no makeup quizzes past that point.

For those classes that are eligible for extra credit, the assignment that counts towards the final exam is due May 1st, 2016.

I will be noting on quizzes that  I return whether or not there are any 0's being factored into your average for your final grade. If there is an error with this, please make sure you see me before the end of the semester.

Remember, your grade is the result of the following:

4 Quizzes (Averaged together)- 25%

Midterm- 25%

Final-25%

Writing Assignment-25%

I am returning these as they are graded. Remember, you are required to keep them as proof of grade if there is a discrepancy in the grade I give you and the one you earned. Please take the time to ensure you are aware of what your grades are now so we can resolve them before the semester ends.

For anyone whom missed the Midterm it is your responsibility to schedule a makeup with me during finals week. If the midterm or final is not complete by the time I enter the class grades a 0 will be averaged in to your grade.

Spring Cleaning Your Mind!

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/inspired-life/wp/2016/04/13/let-go-of-the-need-to-be-right-and-9-other-ways-to-give-your-brain-a-spring-cleaning/

CTE and the NFL

As research into the scope and nature of concussions continue, the NFL is being forced to face some uncomfortable truths. The following article discusses the most recent and scariest  findings between concussions and Chronic Traumatic Encepholapathy (CTE)

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/morning-mix/wp/2016/04/12/40-percent-of-former-nfl-players-suffer-from-brain-damage-new-study-shows/

Signs of Spring!

As the weather warms (hopefully!) many of us become excited about the change of seasons and the hope that Spring brings. The following article talks about why this time of year is often associated with such positive feelings...

https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/hope-today/201203/why-spring-is-the-season-hope

Kitty Genovese

As you may have heard in the news recently, the perpetrator of one of the most famous murders in New York and in Psychology, died recently. The following article talks about some of the events and controversies that resulted from the tragic murder of Kitty Genovese....

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/morning-mix/wp/2016/04/05/winston-moseley-killer-in-kitty-genovese-case-that-became-a-symbol-of-urban-apathy-dies-in-prison-at-81/

A Brave New World....

he following article talks about recent research on the therapeutic use of Hallucinogen drugs....


https://www.washingtonpost.com/posteverything/wp/2016/04/01/lsd-could-make-you-smarter-happier-and-healthier-should-we-all-try-it/

Sports and Concussions

As we have discussed in some of our classes, the debate about the relationship between contact sports, concussions and Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) is heating up. The following article talks about how officials from the National Hockey League are struggling with this issue in their sport:

https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/capitals/declassified-nhl-memos-e-mails-detail-concussion-debate/2016/03/29/632ca41a-f610-11e5-958d-d038dac6e718_story.html

Psychology and Politics

A lot has been and continues to be said about the political upheaval currently in our country (and the world.) The following article attempts to understand this phenomenon by using some theories of psychology:

http://thefederalist.com/2016/03/28/the-psychology-behind-the-trump-phenomenon/

MIDTERM SCHEDULE

The following is a schedule of our upcoming mid-terms!

Psy 215, Tuesday/Thursday 9:30am-10:45am- Thursday, March 31st.

Psy 101- Tuesday/Thursday 11:00am-12:15- Thursday, March 17th

Psy 201H Tuesday/Thursday 12:30pm-1:45pm- Thursday, March 17th

Psy 215H Monday, Wednesday 9:30am-10:45am- Wednesday, March 30th

Psy 201 Thursday 3:00pm-5:30pm-Thursday, March 31st

The Cost of College

There has been a lot of talk about the cost of a college degree and whether or not it is "worth it" (from a financial standpoint). There is a LOT more to a college degree than earning potential although it is important to keep the cost in mind. The following article gives more insight into this tricky question...

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/grade-point/wp/2016/03/14/the-real-price-of-a-college-degree/

Midterms and Stress

Thought this might be a appropriate given its' midterm time!

http://sundial.csun.edu/2013/10/find-out-how-students-fight-the-stress-of-midterms/

Can Happiness Kill You?

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/to-your-health/wp/2016/03/03/its-not-just-sadness-happiness-can-break-your-heart-too/

Paper Ideas

A Spring special edition of Scientifica American Mind, the sexual brain, is now available. For Braina nd Behavior students it is an excellent place for you to get some ideas for the paper.


http://www.scientificamerican.com/magazine/special-editions/2016/03-01/?WT.mc_id=SA_SE_20160304_CVR_News

Seven Signs Your're headed for a "Nervous Breakdown"...

http://www.msn.com/en-us/health/medical/7-signs-you%e2%80%99re-headed-for-a-nervous-breakdown/ss-BBqdPId#image=8

EXPLORING CAREERS

Career Services and Cooperative Education cordially invites you to participate in this upcoming event:

 

Exploring Majors at Suffolk

Wednesday, March 2, 2016

11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Babylon Student Center Lobby

 

Students will be able to talk to faculty from various departments about career paths in their field,

to figure out what they can do with each program represented below:

 

Automotive Technology

Biology

Business Administration, Accounting & Paralegal Studies

Criminal Justice

Education, Health and Human Services Program (EHHS Department)

Engineering Science and Industrial Technology

English

Foreign Language and ESL

Mathematics and Computer Science

Social Sciences: Psychology

Physical Sciences: Earth & Space Sciences

Theatre Arts

CLASS IS CANCELLED FOR MONDAY, FEBRUARY 29TH

The Future of Mental Health

The following article offers insight into how the field of psychology and mental health is changing based on improvements in technology....

http://www.washingtonpost.com/sf/national/2016/02/19/brain-hacking-the-minds-biology/

SOCIAL MEDIA ANALYSIS

The following article offers some excellent information about Narcissism, a trait and Personality Disorder we will no doubt be talking about this semester. It also provides some insight into the tedency to diagnose from afar, most importantly, the limitations of doing so.

http://www.msn.com/en-us/health/wellness/a-psychologist-analyzes-kanye-wests-twitter-rants/ar-BBpHM3a?li=BBnbfcL

LONELINESS AND HEALTH

In our classes, we have been talking about Epigenetics, how the environment can have an affect on our genetic structure. The following article offers a fascinating glance at how studies on loneliness illustrates why many psychologists feel contact with others is a basic human need....

https://www.washingtonpost.com/national/health-science/loneliness-grows-from-individual-ache-to-public-health-hazard/2016/01/31/cf246c56-ba20-11e5-99f3-184bc379b12d_story.html

Can Money Buy Happiness?

We have already had discussions in some classes regarding the relationship between money and happiness. The following article gives interesting insight into some of the issues regarding wealth that are not easily apparent:

http://www.msn.com/en-us/money/personalfinance/more-money-more-problems-the-rise-of-wealth-therapy/ar-BBp5Ws7?li=BBnbfcN

WRITING CENTER

Now that we are a few weeks into th4e semester it would be a good point to start seriously start thinking about the paper. A good resource with you if you feel you need some help with it is the Writing Center.

            The new Writing Center hours for Spring 2016: are:

 

Monday-Thursday 8:00am - 7:00pm

Friday 8:00am - 1:30pm.

 

Please let me know if you have any questions.

GENETIC MODIFICATION OF EMBRYOS

There has been a great deal of dialogue in the scientific community recently about the U.K.'s decision to legalize research exploring the possibility of genetic modification of human embryos. The following link provides a few of the basics involved with getting familiar with this powerful yet controversial process that becomes more possible as technology improves....

http://www.sciencealert.com/10-things-you-need-to-know-about-the-uk-s-decision-to-allow-genetic-modification-of-human-embryos

New ways of looking at Mental Illness

In various classes we have been discussing diagnosing and possible causes of mental illness. The following article will give you a glimpse into what the future understanding of mental illness will look like...

https://www.theguardian.com/science/2016/jan/27/schizophrenia-breakthrough-as-genetic-study-reveals-link-to-brain-changes

Prevalence of Psychological Disorders

In Psy 215 and Psy 201 we have been discussing the idea of prevalence rates in terms of psychological disorders. As we have discussed, there is growing awareness that many of the rates are most likely underestimations of the true occurrence of these disorders. The following article talks about how this realization is impacting practices in the mental health field.


https://www.washingtonpost.com/national/health-science/task-force-urges-doctors-to-screen-all-adults-for-depression/2016/01/26/9fb49fba-c44b-11e5-b933-31c93021392a_story.html

GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO MEET A NOBEL LAUREATE

 

On Wednesday, February 10^th @ 11:00 in the Shea Theatre, Paul Krugman, Nobel Prize winning economist, author and NYT columnist, will be speaking on Income Inequality.  This incredible event is cosponsored by the social science department and the Honors Program.  Should your schedule permit, it would be great if you could attend. 

STARTING OFF THE SEMESTER RIGHT

It's important to get off to a good start in a semester. The following link gives some practical suggestions on some ways to do so.

http://www.cscc.edu/about/news-press/2013/9-tips-to-start-semester-right.shtml

FREE DIABETES SEMINAR

　

Do you have Diabetes? Are you unsure about how to best handle this ongoing health condition?


JOIN US! Discover new, practical ways to live better & healthier. Learn the tools to manage and take control of your health.

Workshop Dates: Fridays -- 9:30am to 12noon February 5, 12, 19, 26, March 4, 11, 2016

Location: Suffolk Community College/Islip Arts Building Room 102 (Parking lot 3J right next to building) 533 College Road, Selden, NY

Participants will receive a FREE Living Healthy Book and Relaxation CD • www.ceacw.org

 

　

REGISTER NOW! FREE to ATTEND

Call Jane Juran at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County 631-727-7850 ext. 340 Please leave a message and someone will get back to you to confirm registration.

or visit: https://www.ceacw.org/find-a-workshop

  Please contact the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County office if you have any special needs.

 

WELCOME!

      Welcome students of the Spring 2016 semester!

I am hoping we have a stimulating and enjoyable semester as you experience the world of Psychology. My goal is to offer students who are willing to work hard an opportunity to be immersed in the world of Psychology, explore topics of interest in more detail, and earn a good grade in the course.  On that note, I would like to share a few ideas of things to focus on to both enhance your course experience and give yourself a chance to obtain the best grade possible:

Homework: It will be important to consistently complete your standing homework assignments. If you do, they will provide you valuable context and reinforcement of class lectures. Your standing homework assignments are:

1.     Keep up with the reading: It is a general assumption you will be doing a reading to accompany the class lectures. This will help enhance your understanding of the material and give you a deeper knowledge of the subject matter

2.     Watch the assignment videos: The videos associated with the lectures were designed to provide you more details about different topics as well as reinforce material covered in class. Watching them is an excellent way to enhance your understanding and assist with the process of committing the material to memory for test preparation.

 3.  Plan out your assignments: Writing assignments are a key component of the class. Make sure you develop a schedule early on for their completion and adjust accordingly if you fail to stay on time

 

- Make sure you understand all the requirements for the writing assignments on the syllabus so you are not penalized for not following the assignment!

-            - Identify an appropriate topic early in the semester-see me with questions 

- Peer Review articles are excellent sources for your assignments- make sure you  learn how to find and access them 

      

      Stay in touch: Many issues can be resolved earlier in the semester and can make the rest of the semester go much smoother. Make sure you are familiar enough with course expectations to ask the questions early in the semester. Feel free to ask during class time so everyone can get the benefit of the information

 

      Check the blog on a regular basis for updates on the class, additional reading assignments, and extra credit opportunities.  

 Class Participation: Please feel free to share thoughts, ideas, and questions during class. I find class discussion an integral part  of a stimulating learning experience and hope you will be an active participant in the class. 

 If you find any websites or resources that are helpful to you in the course please share them with me as my website is a dynamic site and I am always looking for resources that will be useful to students

      Your 1^st Homework Assignment: Familiarize yourself with the website which will be an invaluable resource throughout the semester!