ABNORMAL & CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY in Fall 2021 (PY2043)

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Examines the classification systems for abnormal behavior, using the DSM IV Multiaxial diagnostic system as the base for studying currently recognized major diagnostic categories. Uses an integrative biopsychosocial model to study the etiology of various psychological disorders as well as empirically supported treatment methods.

Course Master: 
ABNORMAL & CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY (PY2043)
Term: 
Fall 2021
Discipline: 
PY (Psychology)
Credits: 
4 credits
Type: 
Regular
Level: 
Undergraduate
Can be taken twice for credit?: 
No
Exam Date: 
Monday, December 20, 2021 - 12:30
Pre-requisites: 
PY1000CCI
Co-requisites: 
None

Professor(s)

Sharman Levinson

Learning Outcomes

  1. To become familiar with the historical, cultural and social trends in the field of psychopathology.
  2. To develop an overview of the field of clinical and abnormal psychology and the major psychological disorders
  3. To develop empirical, analytical and inferential skills to help to evaluate data.
  4. To promote a greater awareness and understanding of mental disorders and their impact on the individual in society.
  5. To promote an understanding of the relationship between psychological theories and their interpretation of psychological disorders.
  6. To understand the use of categorical systems of psychopathology, as well as the benefits and limitations of such systems.

Syllabus

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Book List

TitleAuthorPublisherISBN Number
Abnormal Psychology : an Integrative Approach 8th Edition
Barlow/Durand/Hofmann
CENGAGE
9781305950443

Schedule

Start Date: 
Monday, September 6, 2021
End Date: 
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
DayStart TimeEnd TimeRoom
Thursday
15:20
18:15
PL-3