PS 337 - Schizophrenia

Institution:

Boston College

Subject:

Description:

This course provides a comprehensive overview of schizophrenia. Major topics to be covered include: epidemiology, phenomenology, etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of schizophrenia. Additional topics include historical perspectives on classification and treatment as well as current legal and ethical issues regarding assessment and treatment. The course will review research on the importance of early intervention for schizophrenia, including a consideration of early warning signs and treatment strategies for young people experiencing an initial episode of psychosis.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.bc.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 552-8000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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