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Aug 25, 2024
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Fall 2018 Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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PSYCH 103 - Abnormal Psychology 3 credits
This course provides an introduction to psychopathology with an emphasis on the continuum that exists between normal and abnormal behavior. Clinical and experimental approaches to a wide range of behavior disorders are examined. Statistical, psychodynamic, cognitive/behavioral, sociocultural, humanistic/existential and biological models are discussed. Issues relevant to epidemiology, etiology, prevention, diagnosis and treatment of maladaptive behavior are explored. Community attitudes and responses to various disorders, as well as ethical and legal issues, are considered.
Prerequisites: PSYCH 101 General Psychology .
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