 EC Psychology Student trip to the International Counseling Psychology Conference, Chicago March 2008 |
Meera Rastogi,
PhD Room 342 Predolin Psychology Department Edgewood College
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PhD, Counseling Psychology, The Ohio State University 2001
MA, Counseling Psychology, The Ohio State University 1996
BA, Major in Psychology, Minor in Art History, The Ohio State University 1994
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Clinical Training |
Post Doctoral Clinical Training: University of Wisconsin Madison Counseling and Consultation Services
PreDoctoral Clinical Training: University of Maryland, College Park University Counseling Center |
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General
Psychology PSY 101 Basic introduction to psychology as a science. Emphasis on major topics and areas of research in psychology including: methodology; biology and behavior; perception; memory; learning; motivation; emotions; states of consciousness; personality; psychological disorders; and psychotherapies. Catalogue description. |
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A study of a variety of behavioral abnormalities in children and adults. This study will take place within a historical overview of explanations applied to abnormal behavior and modes of treatment which logically followed from such explanations. A practicum is required. Catalogue description. |
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Introduction to Psychotherpies PSY 380 An introduction to the major therapy methods in use today. A brief examination of the nature of mental health and dysfunctions from the organic, interpersonal and intra-psychic perspectives and a study of the theories and treatment methods of contemporary psychotherapies. Catalogue description. |
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Youth Development and Culture PSY 383, HI 404, ETHS 381
A review of important theoretical and methodological issues in the area of cross-cultural and multicultural psychology. The course permits the instructor and students to examine cultural issues in psychology which are either not covered in the curriculum or which deserve more in-depth treatment than is possible in a regular course. Topics may include: Asian American Psychology; Youth Development and Culture; Psychological Interventions and Cultural Diversity; Multicultural Counseling; and Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Identities over the Lifespan. |
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Psychology of Mood
Disorders PSY 385H
We will critically examine the current knowledge on mood disorders in order to gain advanced knowledge on the historical development, classification of the disorders, and the role of genetics and neurobiology. We will also examine the role of gender (both male and female), class issues, culture, personality and developmental factors that can play a role in the development of mood disorders. Course texts will be a combination of theory and research, professional, popular psychology, and autobiographical approaches to mood disorders. A community project or practicum may be required. |
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Graduate
School & Careers in Psychology PSY 488
This course will help students select and work towards a career in psychology. Students will complete a series of exercises and assignments to help select a career path. Students will select several graduate programs, licensing requirements, and other aspects of a career in the chosen area. |
Select Publications
Rastogi, M. (2007). Abnormal Psychology. Peer-reviewed syllabus posted on Project Syllabus.
Rastogi, M. (2007). Introduction to psychotherapies. Peer-reviewed syllabus posted on Project Syllabus.
Rastogi, M., & V., Suthakaran. (Winter 2004). SAPHA report: Mental health. The Subcontinental: A Journal of South Asian American Political Identity, V. 1 (4), pp. 37-50.
Rastogi, M. (2003). The Asian Indian woman experience. In A. Ladha (Ed.), Re-Righting reality: Young women on their Search for self. FREDA Centre for Research on Violence Against Women.
Rastogi, M. & Palombi, B. J. (2003). APA multicultural guidelines. Section on Ethnic and Racial Diversity Web site.
Rastogi, M., V., Suthakaran, & Thayil, C. K. (2001). South Asian American community mental health. The South Asian Public Health Association. A Brown Paper: The Health of South Asians in the United States. October 2002.
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Committees
& Professional Service |
Ad hoc
Committee on Films and Other Media, American Psychological
Association, 2006-Present
Wisconsin Psychological Association Board Member
Cornucopia, Inc., Board Member
Journal of Career Development, Ad hoc Reviewer
The Prevention Researcher, Reviewer |
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