This unit explores the psychological dimensions of building peace in the world through cultivating inner peace or 'peace of mind'. We examine how it is that ordinary human beings can commit genocide and other mass atrocities, and how an understanding of underlying psychological processes can help with creating more peaceful communities. These inner processes include the effects of fear and trauma, and the development of empathy, resilience, healing and reconciliation.
Unit details and rules
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Credit points | 6 |
Prerequisites
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None |
Corequisites
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None |
Prohibitions
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Assumed knowledge
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None |
Available to study abroad and exchange students | No |
Teaching staff
Coordinator | Vivianna Rodriguez Carreon, vivianna.rodriguezcarreon@sydney.edu.au |
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Lecturer(s) | Wendy Lambourne, wendy.lambourne@sydney.edu.au |
Vivianna Rodriguez Carreon, vivianna.rodriguezcarreon@sydney.edu.au |