Advanced Seminar in Personality, Clinical, or Social Psychology (365-0-2)

Topic

The Ongoing Psychological Colonization of Indigeno

Instructors

Stephanie A Fryberg

Meeting Info

2001 Sheridan GPC GN200: Tues, Thurs 3:30PM - 4:50PM

Overview of class

Historical practices mandated the cultural assimilation and colonization of North American Indigenous peoples, but according to both Indigenous and non-Indigenous scholars, the inevitable legacy of colonialism is likely to influence every aspect of the lives of the subjugated persons for eternity. This course will examine 1) the foundations of psychological colonization and 2) how understanding these foundations can provide a roadmap for ameliorating the ongoing disruptions to self and identity development, families, education, and the future development of tribal communities. Theoretical and empirical evidence will be drawn from the experiences of indigenous communities in the U.S. and Canada, and at times from other Indigenous groups from around the world. A central issue throughout the course is whether and how the techniques and technologies of contemporary psychology should be appropriately adapted and/or adopted for use in Indigenous cultural communities.

Class Attributes

Attendance at 1st class mandatory
Prerequisites apply, see description
SoC Individual and Social Behavior Distro

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Prerequisite: Students must complete Psych 301-0 before taking this course.