PS 304 - Political Psychology

An examination of the psychological roots of current political debates and problems, from political knowledge to participation, group conflict, attitude formation, polarization, extremism, and the interplay of cognition and emotion. In particular, the disjuncture between the requirements of democratic theory and evolved human psychology in today’s rapidly changing information environment will be a recurring theme.

Credits: 3

Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

Class Level Restriction: Sophomore