STELLA MARIS COLLEGE (AUTONOMOUS), CHENNAI - 600 086
General Elective offered by the Department of Psychology to students of
B.A. / B.Sc. / B.Com. /B.B.A / B.C.A /B.S.W. Degree Programme
SYLLABUS
(Effective from the academic year 2023-2024)
INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS
CODE: 23PY/GE/IR22 CREDITS: 2
L T P: 2 0 0
TOTAL TEACHING HOURS: 26
OBJECTIVES OF THE COURSE
· To highlight the philosophy of relationship dynamics
· To annotate aspects pertaining to the formation of relationships
· To deduce positive communication strategies to optimize interpersonal relationships
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
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COs |
Description |
CL |
|
CO1 |
elucidate the foundation of relationship formulation and dissolution |
K1 |
|
CO2 |
comprehend appropriate strategies of relationship building to enhance the quality of relationships |
K2 |
|
CO3 |
appreciate the necessity of having positive flourishing relationships |
K3 |
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CL – Cognitive Level K1 – Remember | K2 – Understand | K3 – Apply | K4 – Analyse | K5 – Evaluate | K6 – Create |
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Unit |
Content |
CL |
Hours |
CO |
|
1 |
Introduction to Dynamics of Relationships 1.1 Types of relationships- affiliation, friendship, relationship with family, romantic relationships 1.2 Emerging relationship statuses 1.3Love - qualities of love, characteristics, reasons, theories, functions, barriers, long-term love |
K1- K3 |
8 |
CO1-3 |
|
2 |
Building and Savouring Relationships 2.1 Trust and commitment 2.2 Communication and love languages 2.3 Compatibility and complementarity |
K1- K3 |
9 |
CO1-3 |
|
3 |
Conflicts, Abuse, Loss and Healing in Relationships 3.1 Conflict, abuse and infidelity 3.2 Jealousy, loneliness, and possessiveness 3.3Breakup, divorce, separation, and death 3.4 Healing in relationships- self-acceptance, boundaries, gratitude, forgiveness, compassion, mindfulness |
K1- K3 |
9 |
CO1-3 |
BOOKS FOR STUDY
Benokraitis, Nijole V. Marriages & Families. 9th ed., Ohio, Pearson, 2018.
Lopez, Shane J, et al. Positive Psychology. SAGE Publications, 2018.
Olson, David H L, et al. Marriages and Families : Intimacy, Diversity, and Strengths. New York, Mcgraw Hill Llc, 2021.
BOOKS FOR REFERENCE
Chapman, Gary. The Five Love Languages How to Express Heartfelt Commitment to Your Mate. Moody Publishers, 2014.
Christensen, Andrew, et al. Integrative Behavioral Couple Therapy: A Therapist’s Guide to Creating Acceptance and Change, Second Edition. W. W. Norton & Company, 15 Sept. 2020.
JOURNALS
Frontiers in Psychology
Journal of Social and Personal Relationships
Journal of Family Communication
Personal Relationships
WEB RESOURCES
PATTERN OF ASSESSMENT
Continuous Assessment: Total Marks: 25 Duration: 60 minutes
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Section |
Cognitive Level |
Mark Allocation |
No. of Questions |
No. of Words |
|
A |
K1 |
5 marks (1 x 5 marks) |
2 (Answer any 1) |
200 words |
|
B |
K2 |
10 marks (2 x 5 marks) |
4 (Answer any 2) |
200 words |
|
C |
K3 |
10 marks (1 x 10 marks) |
2 (Answer any 1) |
500 words |
2 to 3 ‘Other Components’ will be assessed for 25 marks, with the same range and weightage of K Levels prescribed for the course.
No End Semester Exam