PSYS 2500 B (CRN: 13429)

Psychological Science: Psychopathology (B)

3 credit hours

About PSYS 2500 B

Describing and defining abnormal behavior; models of etiology; research evidence for biological and social models; methods of intervention and prevention. Prerequisite: PSYS 1400.

Notes

Prereq enforced by the system: PSYS 1400; PSYS and HSOC majors and minors only; PRNU majors restricted from enrolling in this section; PACE students with permission and override System waitlisting enabled for this section.

Section Description

This course is an introduction to the study of psychopathology from a clinical psychological science perspective. After placing mental health problems within historical context, the course considers contemporary definitions of “abnormal” and the current DSM-5 classification system and alternative approaches. Students will develop an understanding of the basic assumptions behind alternative theoretical models that attempt to explain psychopathology. This course provides up-to-date descriptive information about the symptoms, prevalence, risk factors, and course for different psychological disorders, as well as evidence-based treatment approaches. Emphasis will be placed on the complex, multifaceted nature of mental health problems, involving biological, behavioral, cognitive, social, and social-0structural components.

Section Expectation

THIS COURSE USES A "FLIPPED" INSTRUCTIONAL STYLE. To prepare for classes you will (1) listen to recorded lectures as part of your homework and (2) read/listen to primary sources. In class, you will engage in discussion, projects, and brief written assignments. Grades are based on non-cumulative writing/project-based learning assessments, in-class assignments and projects, and in class reading quizzes. CLASS ATTENDANCE IS ESSENTIAL FOR THIS CLASS. Missing more than 3 weeks of classes will substantially impact your grade and may require a withdrawal from this class.

Evaluation

Students attend lectures, participate in class discussions and project-based learning, and complete in-class reading quizzes and assignments as well as out of class learning assessments that are project-based.

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