PSYC 3480

Professor Allen is one of the coolest, most down to earth people I have ever had the pleasure to meet (or take a class from). His other job is counseling adolescents, and he really knows his stuff. While discussing topics that many other adults or researchers tend to take a very biased view on (such as on alcohol abuse and sex), he is always able to present a very reasonable, logical, and refreshing perspective. You will enjoy this class and maybe even laugh occasionally. Tests are not meant to trick you, just read or skim and pay attention to lectures.

This is a great class, and professor Allen is very cool. It's a lot more theory-based than other classes in the department... take that as you will. Professor Allen's research on attachment theory is really exciting... and he does a good job of bringing it in to lectures in an un-pretentious way.

Prof Allen is amazing and very approachable. Lecture isn't a bunch of slides you're rushing to copy down, it is outlined and open for class discussion (despite the size). Tests are fair and include both essay/M.C. Review sessions were very helpful.

great course, very interesting.

"fluffy" class but still enjoyable

This is a great class and a very interesting topic... even at 9:30 in the morning. Allen is a very clear lecturer and shows video clips in just about every class to emphasize what he's talking about for the day. The midterms are fairly easy (multiple choice and a short essay), but the final was a little tricky (all multiple choice) because there was so much information on it. Overall one of my favorite classes I've taken at UVA. I would definitely recommend taking this class!

I absolutely love this class. Exams are reflective of lecture and reading. Prof. Allen is friendly and shows lots of videos during lecture. Awesome class!

This subject is definitely Professor Allen's forte and it shows in his lectures. Very friendly guy as well who is open to your questions if you need him. The video clips he shows in class are great! Definitely recommend this class.

Very good class and the teacher is great

Great class. You can tell Professor Allen really knows and loves what he talks about, and he's interested in you really learning and understanding the material rather than just getting an A in his class (although it is not difficult to get a good grade!). Really great lecturer.