PSYC 214 - Abnormal Psychology

3 NS
First and Second Semester. A survey of the field of adult psychopathology, beginning with conceptual and methodological foundations of the study of disordered behavior, followed by an examination of the major categories of mental disorder. A scientific perspective will be emphasized throughout the course, although a variety of philosophical, socio-cultural, and legal controversies will be considered as well.

Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PSYC 100; or NSCI 201 or 204. Recommended preparation: An introductory neuroscience course.
Enrollment Limit: 35.
Mr. Porterfield

Credits: 3 hours