PSYC 214 - Abnormal Psychology

Semester Offered: First Semester, Second Semester
Full Course
Credits: 4 credits
Attribute: 4SS

This course will provide an overview of a broad range of psychological disorders as defined by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5; e.g., anxiety, mood, and substance use disorders). For each disorder, we will discuss etiology, defining clinical symptoms, and diagnostic criteria. Current evidence based interventions, including psychotherapeutic and pharmacological treatments, also will be reviewed.

Enrollment Limit: 35
Instructor: M. Morean

Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: PSYC 100, COGS 101 or NSCI 201. Recommended preparation: PSYC 100.
This course may also count for the major in (consult the program or department major requirements) :
Law and Society, Neuroscience