Course Description
PSY239
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Intro to Abnormal Psychology
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- Su/F/W/Sp This is an introduction to mental disorders and diagnosis
with an overview of major treatment strategies. Subjects covered include a
historical overview of mental disturbance, community psychology, the current
Diagnostic and Statistics Manual (DSM), and the social impact of mental
disorder on modern society. Specific disorders include anxiety disorders,
personality disorders, dissociative disorders, affective disorders, substance
use disorders, suicide, schizophrenia, and organic brain disorder. Prerequisite:PSY201 or equivalent. Proficiency Needed: Reading, Writing.
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