PSYCH 258 - Abnormal Psychology
Credit Hours: 3
Billable Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites: PSYCH 151
MTA Social Sciences Satisfier Y
Session Cycle: FL
This course offers an overview of the psychological study of abnormal behavior and psychopathology. Concepts examined in this course will include the biopsychosocial etiology, prognosis and treatment of the major categories of psychological and behavioral health issues. Empirical research and clinical case studies will serve as the foundation for understanding course content.
Notes: Science Mathematics Division
Theory Hours: 45
Learning Outcomes:
- Explain major psychological concepts and theoretical perspectives about the field of abnormal psychology and major psychological problems and disorders.
- Discuss the empirically based integrated view of the research in the area of abnormal behavior.
- Describe the multiple causes of psychopathology as viewed from a number of different theoretical perspectives including biological, psychological, and sociocultural model.
- Examine their own beliefs and explore their own assumptions about psychopathology and the associated stigma.
- Discuss intervention and prevention strategies for psychological disorders.
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