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The Self and Relationships Fall 2007: Undergraduate Syllabus

Overview of the course As Plato once wrote, “I must first know myself, as the Delphian inscription says; to be curious about that which is not my concern, while I am still in ignorance of my own self would be ridiculous.” In this seminar we will tackle issues dealing with the self before bridging self-oriented research with interpersonal relationship functioning. This highly discussion-oriented class exposes the student to theoretical perspectives and innovative research methodologies that illustrate both what makes us who we are and how that impacts relationship functioning. Topics include selfregulation and its role in shaping relationship outcomes, self-esteem and its effect on relationship strategies, an introduction into beliefs about the nature of relationships, and an evaluation of gender and cultural differences in self concept and relationships. We will read a number of empirical findings in these areas and critically evaluate the interplay of the self and relationships. We will examine the strengths and limitations of merging the self literature with the relationships literature and examine its place in the field of psychology. To supplement the empirical literature, we will draw from additional sources including our own experiences to broaden our understanding.