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Duration
12 weeks
Study method
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Assessments
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Prior study
Not required
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Subject details
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- • Close relationships.
- • Romantic attraction.
- • Love and romance.
- • Communication.
- • Relationship development.
- • Sex and sexuality.
- • Conflict.
- • Singlehood.
- • Couple therapy and interventions.
Others
Past La Trobe University students who have previously completed PSY3RTP (Close Relationships: Theory And Practice) are ineligible to enrol in this subject.
Additional requirements
No additional requirements
This subject will introduce you to key elements and psychological processes involved in close adult relationships. These include areas such as attachment, trust and forgiveness, as well as a specific focus on phases during relationships including dating, commitment, and becoming a parent. Research methodologies used to assess relationship dynamics and functioning will be outlined, and outcomes of research studies explored in depth. You will learn about relevant theories proposed to help us understand the complex dynamics inherent in close adult intimate relationships.
- Reflection Video Assessment (500-word equivalent, 5-minute oral presentation). (15%)
- Written essay (1500 words) (35%)
- Online quizzes (2000 words equivalent) (50%)
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