SOC 178: Sociology of Emotions

Prerequisites: SOC 001 with a grade of C- or better or SOC 001H with a grade of C- or better; SOC 004 with a grade of C- or better; SOC 005 with a grade of C- or better; SOC 173 or SOC 174 or SOC 175

Description: Surveys theory and research on emotions. Focuses on sociological and social psychological theories. Also covers evolutionary, biological, and cognitive theories. Studies a range of emotions such as shame and embarrassment; guilt, empathy, and sympathy; jealousy and envy; and anger.