PSYC-151-01 Abnormal Psychology

Faculty:

Crystal, David

This course is a survey of the major psychological disorders and pathologies identified by the American Psychiatric Association in the fourth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV). Among the psychopathologies studied are obsessive-compulsive disorder, depression, schizophrenia, dissociative identity disorder (multiple personality), sexual disorders, personality disorders, and substance abuse. In addition, topics such as the meaning and history of abnormality, models of psychopathology, and the interface between psychology and the law are also covered. The psychopathologies are made more realistic and relevant to students’ lives through the use of videos, slides, personal anecdotes, and encouragement of class discussion. Prerequisite: PSYC-001. Fall.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: PSYC-001

PSYC-151-02 Abnormal Psychology

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This course looks at abnormality (madness), and civilization's attempts to comprehend, punish, banish, and treat it. We will examine selective historical and current problems and answers: such as who is abnormal, what types of abnormality exist, what are the causes, and what are the remedies. Theoretical, legal, and ethical challenges to the discipline, along with newer trends and future perspectives, close the course. Prerequisite: PSYC-001. Fall only.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: PSYC-001

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