Details for SSC410 Psychology of Emotion and Wellbeing

Understanding the psychology of emotion and wellbeing is crucial for enhancing personal and professional relationships. This core unit introduces the concepts of emotional development and the social and cultural factors that influence emotions. Students will learn to apply theoretical approaches to understand emotions and interact empathetically with clients. By developing these skills, students are better prepared to support emotional wellbeing in various contexts.

Quick Stats

• Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
• Course code: SSC410
• Credit points: 10

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Prerequisite

Nil

Unit Content

Outcomes

1. Describe the function of emotions, including emotional development, and social and cultural factors;
2. Distinguish between a range of theoretical approaches to understanding emotions;
3. Develop the skills to apply theories to personal, ministry and professional contexts;
4. Critique self-reflective practices regarding emotional management.

Subject Content

• Understanding Emotions & Wellbeing?
• Emotions and Neuroscience 
• Theories of Emotion & Wellbeing 
• Attachment Theory & Emotion
• Emotional Development 
• Emotional Intelligence 
• Responding to Emotion
• Culture and Emotion
• Trauma and Emotion
• Emotional Wellbeing – Stress and Coping 
• Emotional Wellbeing
• Application in the Helping Professions

This course may be offered in the following formats

• Onsite (face-to-face)
• Online (e-Learning)
• Intensives

Please consult your course prospectus or enquire about how and when this course will be offered next at Alphacrucis University College.

Assessment Methods

• Major Essay (50%)
• Exam (10%)
• Personal Reflection (40%)

Prescribed Text

• Niedenthal, P.M. & Ric, F. (2017). Psychology of emotion (2nd ed.). New York: Psychology Press

Please consult your instructor prior to purchasing any texts.