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!

"fluffy" class but still enjoyable

great course, very interesting.

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.

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.

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.