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CourseCodeSemesterT+P (Hour)CreditECTS
CLOSE RELATIONSHIPS PSYCHOLOGY-Spring Semester2+024
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of CourseTurkish
Course LevelFirst Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Course TypeElective
Course CoordinatorAssoc.Prof. Ferah ÇEKİCİ
Name of Lecturer(s)Lect. Enis TUŞTAŞ
Assistant(s)
AimThe aim of this course is to give a comprehensive perspective on the psychology of close relationships and theories explaining this psychology and to help to learn how to apply the knowledge gained in this course both theoretical and practical.
Course ContentThis course contains; Introduction to the Course and Discussion of Issues in Relationship Research:,Importance of Relationships,Interpersonal Attraction and Liking,Relationships and Self: Self-Disclosure and Self Concept,Friendship ,Emotion, Attachment, and Close Relationships ,Romantic Love ,Sexuality and Relationships,Relationship Communication ,Conflict, Jealousy, Infidelity, and Aggression,Breaking up and Divorce,Loss and Bereavement ,Relationship Maintenance, Satisfaction, and Thriving,Social Support, Coping, and Health.
Dersin Öğrenme KazanımlarıTeaching MethodsAssessment Methods
Defines basic concepts of close relationship psychology16, 9D, E
Makes the distinction between friendship relationships and romantic relationships.10, 9A, D
Explains the main problems in close relationships.10, 13, 23, 9A
Explains the connection between adult attachment processes and close relationships.16, 19, 9A
Teaching Methods:10: Discussion Method, 13: Case Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 23: Concept Map Technique, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:A: Traditional Written Exam, D: Oral Exam, E: Homework

Course Outline

OrderSubjectsPreliminary Work
1Introduction to the Course and Discussion of Issues in Relationship Research:Makes readings and researches on the relevant subject.
2Importance of RelationshipsMakes readings and researches on the relevant subject.
3Interpersonal Attraction and LikingMakes readings and researches on the relevant subject.
4Relationships and Self: Self-Disclosure and Self ConceptMakes readings and researches on the relevant subject.
5Friendship Makes readings and researches on the relevant subject.
6Emotion, Attachment, and Close Relationships Makes readings and researches on the relevant subject.
7Romantic Love Makes readings and researches on the relevant subject.
8Sexuality and RelationshipsMakes readings and researches on the relevant subject.
9Relationship Communication Makes readings and researches on the relevant subject.
10Conflict, Jealousy, Infidelity, and AggressionMakes readings and researches on the relevant subject.
11Breaking up and DivorceMakes readings and researches on the relevant subject.
12Loss and Bereavement Makes readings and researches on the relevant subject.
13Relationship Maintenance, Satisfaction, and ThrivingMakes readings and researches on the relevant subject.
14Social Support, Coping, and HealthMakes readings and researches on the relevant subject.
Resources
Hendrick, S.S. ( 2004) Understanding Close Relationships. Pearson Education.

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
NoProgram QualificationContribution Level
12345
1
Verbalizes the meanings of terms and concepts that are used in the Psychological Counseling and Guidance field.
X
2
Verbalizes the basic concepts, principles, and techniques of theories in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance.
3
Compares different theories in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance and lists the strenghts and weaknesses of each theory.
X
4
Uses necessary intervention techniques in accordance with the education taken about the possible problems or issues that can be faced when working in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance.
X
5
When faced with a problem in the profession, he /she analyzes and solves it with scientific methods.
X
6
When faced with a problem in the profession, he/she solves it by oneself.
X
7
Has the knowledge and skills required by the profession and make necessary interventions by distinguishing his/her own tasks and responsibilities from the ones that are not in the scope of the his/her profession.
8
Follows the developments about the profession and has the principle of lifelong learning.
X
9
Holds consultation with his/her colleagues when needed in the process of resolving a problem about the profession.
10
When faced with a problem, he/she formulates it in a written form or verbally.
X
11
Has a sense of social responsibility and uses his/her field knowledge and skills for the solutions of problems in his/her surroundings.
12
Knows at least B1 level of English to follow the international scientific developments in Psychological Counseling and Guidance field.
13
Knows basic consepts in Psychological Counseling and Guidance field.
14
Applies basic skills in Psychological Counseling and Guidance field.
X
15
Uses psychological measurement tools in accordance with their purpose and ethical principles.
16
Makes scientific research in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance by selecting appropriate research methods.

Assessment Methods

Contribution LevelAbsolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success 50
Rate of Final Exam to Success 50
Total 100
ECTS / Workload Table
ActivitiesNumber ofDuration(Hour)Total Workload(Hour)
Course Hours14228
Guided Problem Solving000
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report000
Term Project000
Presentation of Project / Seminar12020
Quiz13030
Midterm Exam14040
General Exam000
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan000
Total Workload(Hour)118
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(118/30)4
ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit.

Detail Informations of the Course

Course Description

CourseCodeSemesterT+P (Hour)CreditECTS
CLOSE RELATIONSHIPS PSYCHOLOGY-Spring Semester2+024
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of CourseTurkish
Course LevelFirst Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Course TypeElective
Course CoordinatorAssoc.Prof. Ferah ÇEKİCİ
Name of Lecturer(s)Lect. Enis TUŞTAŞ
Assistant(s)
AimThe aim of this course is to give a comprehensive perspective on the psychology of close relationships and theories explaining this psychology and to help to learn how to apply the knowledge gained in this course both theoretical and practical.
Course ContentThis course contains; Introduction to the Course and Discussion of Issues in Relationship Research:,Importance of Relationships,Interpersonal Attraction and Liking,Relationships and Self: Self-Disclosure and Self Concept,Friendship ,Emotion, Attachment, and Close Relationships ,Romantic Love ,Sexuality and Relationships,Relationship Communication ,Conflict, Jealousy, Infidelity, and Aggression,Breaking up and Divorce,Loss and Bereavement ,Relationship Maintenance, Satisfaction, and Thriving,Social Support, Coping, and Health.
Dersin Öğrenme KazanımlarıTeaching MethodsAssessment Methods
Defines basic concepts of close relationship psychology16, 9D, E
Makes the distinction between friendship relationships and romantic relationships.10, 9A, D
Explains the main problems in close relationships.10, 13, 23, 9A
Explains the connection between adult attachment processes and close relationships.16, 19, 9A
Teaching Methods:10: Discussion Method, 13: Case Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 23: Concept Map Technique, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:A: Traditional Written Exam, D: Oral Exam, E: Homework

Course Outline

OrderSubjectsPreliminary Work
1Introduction to the Course and Discussion of Issues in Relationship Research:Makes readings and researches on the relevant subject.
2Importance of RelationshipsMakes readings and researches on the relevant subject.
3Interpersonal Attraction and LikingMakes readings and researches on the relevant subject.
4Relationships and Self: Self-Disclosure and Self ConceptMakes readings and researches on the relevant subject.
5Friendship Makes readings and researches on the relevant subject.
6Emotion, Attachment, and Close Relationships Makes readings and researches on the relevant subject.
7Romantic Love Makes readings and researches on the relevant subject.
8Sexuality and RelationshipsMakes readings and researches on the relevant subject.
9Relationship Communication Makes readings and researches on the relevant subject.
10Conflict, Jealousy, Infidelity, and AggressionMakes readings and researches on the relevant subject.
11Breaking up and DivorceMakes readings and researches on the relevant subject.
12Loss and Bereavement Makes readings and researches on the relevant subject.
13Relationship Maintenance, Satisfaction, and ThrivingMakes readings and researches on the relevant subject.
14Social Support, Coping, and HealthMakes readings and researches on the relevant subject.
Resources
Hendrick, S.S. ( 2004) Understanding Close Relationships. Pearson Education.

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
NoProgram QualificationContribution Level
12345
1
Verbalizes the meanings of terms and concepts that are used in the Psychological Counseling and Guidance field.
X
2
Verbalizes the basic concepts, principles, and techniques of theories in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance.
3
Compares different theories in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance and lists the strenghts and weaknesses of each theory.
X
4
Uses necessary intervention techniques in accordance with the education taken about the possible problems or issues that can be faced when working in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance.
X
5
When faced with a problem in the profession, he /she analyzes and solves it with scientific methods.
X
6
When faced with a problem in the profession, he/she solves it by oneself.
X
7
Has the knowledge and skills required by the profession and make necessary interventions by distinguishing his/her own tasks and responsibilities from the ones that are not in the scope of the his/her profession.
8
Follows the developments about the profession and has the principle of lifelong learning.
X
9
Holds consultation with his/her colleagues when needed in the process of resolving a problem about the profession.
10
When faced with a problem, he/she formulates it in a written form or verbally.
X
11
Has a sense of social responsibility and uses his/her field knowledge and skills for the solutions of problems in his/her surroundings.
12
Knows at least B1 level of English to follow the international scientific developments in Psychological Counseling and Guidance field.
13
Knows basic consepts in Psychological Counseling and Guidance field.
14
Applies basic skills in Psychological Counseling and Guidance field.
X
15
Uses psychological measurement tools in accordance with their purpose and ethical principles.
16
Makes scientific research in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance by selecting appropriate research methods.

Assessment Methods

Contribution LevelAbsolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success 50
Rate of Final Exam to Success 50
Total 100

Numerical Data

Student Success

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