An introduction to the nature and development of disturbances in mental, emotional, and behavioral functioning. Methods of assessment and classification, current diagnostic criteria, and theoretical models for causation and treatment are discussed in-depth. UC/CSU Prerequisites: none
Textbook-Fundamentals of Abnormal Psychology, 9th Edition, with Launchpad Comer
Looseleaf text bundled with launchpad ISBN:9781319251277
LaunchPad alone (comes with digital eBook) ISBN:9781319191467
You do not have to buy the book from the College Bookstore, but if you choose to buy it somewhere else, you need to ensure to get exactly the same version listed above (including the edition and inclusion of Launchpad).
If you choose, you can also buy a “digital only” version of the text/launchpad. I will give you more information on this when class starts.
After successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Outcome 1: Summarize the challenges, benefits, and drawbacks in establishing criteria for psychological abnormality.
Outcome 2: Evaluate and debate the methods currently used to assess and diagnose psychological abnormality.
Outcome 3: Describe the symptoms of major psychological disorders.
Outcome 4: Compare and contrast the major theoretical models used to understand the etiology and treatment of abnormal behavior.
Outcome 5: Analyze and assess the impact of sociocultural factors on the assessment, diagnosis, and prevalence of mental disorders.