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Abnormal Psychology

Credits: 3
Course Number: 10-809-159

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Course Description

10-809-159 ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY ...surveys features, causes, assessment and treatment of abnormal behavior through major theoretical perspectives. Introduces the diagnosis system of the DSM-IV, the history, cultural/social differences, current perspectives, diagnosis criteria/treatments. (Prerequisite: Next Gen Rdg score greater/equal to 250 AND Writing score greater/equal to 237; OR ACT Rdg score greater/equal to 16 AND English greater/equal to 15; OR 10-831-107, College Reading and Writing with a B or better)

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  • Fall
  • Spring

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What will I learn?

  1. Summarize the foundations of abnormal psychology
  2. Explain research methods as they apply to the field of abnormal psychology
  3. Differentiate the characteristics of psychological disorders
  4. Explore methods used in assessing mental health
  5. Examine possible causes of psychological disorders
  6. Identify social considerations in mental health
  7. Investigate elements of psychological wellness
  8. Investigate mental health resources
  9. Analyze various treatments for psychological disorders
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4 classes found

Class Number: 81403

Date:
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Delivery:
In-Person
Term:
Fall 2024
Session:
8W2
Green Bay Campus Room SC311
10/23/2024 - 12/18/2024
M, W — 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
$584.55

Class Number: 81404

Date:
-
Delivery:
Online
Term:
Fall 2024
Session:
8W2
Online
10/23/2024 - 12/20/2024
$584.55

Class Number: 81402

Date:
-
Delivery:
Online
Term:
Fall 2024
Session:
8W1
Online
8/19/2024 - 10/14/2024
$584.55

Class Number: 51030

Date:
-
Delivery:
Online
Term:
Summer 2024
Online
6/6/2024 - 8/2/2024
$584.55