PSYC 2389 - Academic Cooperative: Clinical Psychology

Institution:

Weatherford College

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Description:

Previously: PSYC 2340. Introducing students to the perspectives and practices of the psychological specialty of clinical psychology is the focus of PSYC 2389. This goal is accomplished by the application of DSM guidelines in the delineation of psychopathology often observed in the clinical picture. Students gain experience as members of clinical treatment teams. Students are introduced to 15 clinical cases requiring knowledge and application of clinical tools gained from intervening chapters as well as application of selected DSM taxonomies, domains of information from axes analysis. In addition, clinical perspectives, clinical assessment, psychometrics, issues of biochemistry, descriptions of psychotropic medication, and professional ethics are explored. Online course available. Three hours lecture per week. Prerequisite: PSYC 2301 or permission from the behavioral sciences department chair.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.wc.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 287-5471

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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