Academic Calendar 2020/2021 - Psychopathology II

PSYC 3607  Psychopathology II

Prerequisites:

PSYC 3606

Antirequisites:

PSYC 3605

Hours:

Three hours of lecture per week for one term.

Credits:

3

Description:

This course surveys the assessment, diagnosis, research and treatment of psychological disorders. It focuses on topics pertaining to developmental disorders such as childhood disorders, aging and psychological disorders, and learning disabilities. Treatment approaches such as insight therapies, cognitive and behaviour therapies, biological therapies and other approaches such as group, couple, family and community approaches will also be discussed. Professional and legal issues in the practice of psychology will also be introduced.