Course Description
This course will cover the major topics of abnormal behavior: diagnosis, assessment, theories of abnormal behavior, methods of treatment, and prevention. Some sections of this course are taught in the computer lab; computer literacy skills are recommended. AAS: Social and behavioral science elective.
Prerequisite(s)
IAI Number
PSY 905
IAI Title
Abnormal Psychology
Topical Outline
- History of Abnormal Psychology
- Research Methods
- Models of Abnormality
- Clinic Assessment, Diagnosis, and Treatment
- Anxiety and OCD
- Disorders of Trauma and Stress
- Depressive and Bipolar Disorders
- Disorders Featuring Somatic Symptoms
- Eating Disorders
- Substance Use and Addictive Disorders
- Sexual Disorders
- Gender Variations
- Schizophrenia
- Personality Disorders
- Disorders of the Lifespan
At the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Apply psychological concepts to the real world
- Evaluate research methods
- Understand the history of abnormal behavior
- Understand diagnosis and assessment
- Understand the major perspectives of abnormal psychology
- Understand the legal and ethical issues pertaining to psychological studies
- Understand mental health conditions
General Education Distribution Area
Social and Behavioral Science