
Abnormal Psychology
Course Number: 10809159
Credits: 3.00
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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Course Competencies
- Explore the historical and theoretical models of abnormal psychology
- Explain research methods as they apply to the field of abnormal psychology
- Summarize the characteristics of psychological disorders
- Explore the use of assessment tools and classification systems in diagnosis
- Examine the potential causes and treatments of psychological disorders
- Identify moral, ethical, and legal considerations in mental health fields
- Explore psychological wellness
- Investigate mental health resources and possible obstacles to achieving psychological well-being
- Explore future directions in theory and practice of abnormal psychology