ANTH 60 Psychological Anthropology

This course examines key concepts and core debates within the field of psychological anthropology. The course draws on the historical roots of the field as well as contemporary theoretical developments in psychological anthropology. Central questions addressed in the course include: What is the relationship of the individual to culture?   How do categories of the person, self, thought, and emotions vary cross-culturally? What do extraordinary psychological experiences reveal about fundamental human processes?

Instructor

Carpenter-Song

Degree Requirement Attributes

Dist:SOC; WCult:CI

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Department-Specific Course Categories

CULT

Offered

• Winter