PSY 450/550 - Abnormal Psychology

Institution:

Western Oregon University

Subject:

Description:

The nature, causes and treatment of various forms of unusual behavior and emotional disturbance. The full range of abnormality will be examined from extreme reactions to stressful events to psychotic breaks with reality as defined by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of the American Psychiatric Association. The course will integrate perspectives generated from psychological theory, research and physiological findings. Prerequisite: a 300-level course in psychology

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.wou.edu

Phone Number:

(503) 838-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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