PSY 235 - Abnormal Psychology

Institution:

Farmingdale State College

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Description:

In this course the student will learn about concepts, theories, and issues in Psychopathology (the study of mental illness and behavioral disorders). Topics will include historical background, mental health professionals, legal issues, normality/abnormality, etiology/assessment/diagnosis/ therapy, anxiety/stress/depression, personality disorders, sexual deviance, schizophrenia, neurological dysfunction, substance abuse, and Psychophysiological disorders. The application of Psychology to personal problem solving will also be explored. Prerequisite: PSY 101, PSY 130 or PSY 131 or permission of Department chairperson. (3,0) 3 credits Fall, Spring, Summer

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.FARMINGDALE.EDU

Phone Number:

(516) 420-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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