PSY 391 - Child Psychopathology and Behavior Disorders

Institution:

Albright College

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Description:

This course focuses on a biopsychosocial approach to the classification, etiology and treatment of abnormal behavior patterns in infants, children and adolescents. In addition, research and treatment strategies are explored within the context of clinical, counseling, school and forensic settings. The examples of exceptionalities emphasized include anxiety disorders, affective disorders, attention disorders, communication disorders, mental retardation, autism, schizophrenia, substance abuse disorders, conduct disorders and eating disorders. Behavior disorders affecting both individual development and relationships in the child's home, school, and other social settings are examined critically. Prerequisites: PSY 201, 230 or 240

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.albright.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 921-2381

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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