PSY 242 - Abnormal Psychology

Institution:

CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice

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Description:

3 HOURS, 3 CREDITS A survey of the causes, classifi cation and treatment of abnormal behavior. Th e course examines topics such as reactions to stress and adjustment disorders, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, psychoses, alcohol and drug abuse, sexual disorders and sexual deviations, disorders of mood, behavioral disorders of adolescence and childhood, and the psychology of criminal behavior. Methods of assessment, including psychological testing and various approaches to treatment will also be considered. Prerequisites: ENG 101 and PSY 101

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.jjay.cuny.edu

Phone Number:

(212) 237-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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