Ecopsychology examines relationships between people and the rest of nature. As a collection of theoretical perspectives, ecopsychology asserts that people have essential, unconscious connections with the rest of nature. Ecopsychology proposes that detachment from this relationship has dire psychological and environmental consequences and that restoration of this relationship furthers individual, community, and planetary health. This course critically explores ecopsychology as a theory and as a worldview. Through writing, direct experiences, and close reading of primary sources, students critically examine ecopsychology's theoretical roots and practical implications. Students also explore the relationship of ecopsychology to psychodynamic theory, transpersonal psychology, existentialism and phenomenology, deep ecology, ecofeminism, sociobiology, and evolutionary psychology. This course meets elective requirements for majors in Psychology and Environmental Studies. General Education: E
- Teacher: Martha Knight-Oakley