Psychology 339 | PSY 339 |
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Abnormal Psychology | 3 (3-0-0-0-0) |
The study of psychopathological disorders and their treatment. Topics covered include the major disorders as described in the DSM with an exploration of their etiology, course, and presentation. A discussion of historical perspectives, cultural considerations, lived experience, and controversies of abnormal psychology will be included. Various evidence-based psychotherapeutic techniques for these disorders will be introduced. Prerequisites: Psychology 104 [C- minimum grade required] and Psychology 105 [C- minimum grade required] and 2nd year standing required |