PSYCH 410 - Abnormal Language

Institution:

University of Missouri-Kansas City

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Description:

Abnormal language behaviors as clinical entities will be examined. Students will have an opportunity to study the language and thought of the schizophrenic, of abused and neglected children and autistic children, of individuals with brain damage, and of individuals with fluency disorders. Gender language and the misuse of language in the legal setting will also be presented. Discussion of listener's attitudes toward normal, but non-standard language, such as black dialect, will be given attention. 3 hrs

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.umkc.edu/

Phone Number:

(816) 235-1000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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