PSY 4400 - Applied Abnormal Psychology

Institution:

Utah Tech University

Subject:

Psychology

Description:

An advanced course for students of all disciplines who wish to study the nature of mental disorders. Particularly important for students majoring in Psychology, Criminal Justice, or Education. Course will utilize diagnostic categories from the current edition of DSM, focusing on how etiology and symptomatology are used to identify, diagnose and treat mental disorders. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs)** At the successful conclusion of this course students will be able to: 1. Identify diagnostic criteria of different psychological disorders and manifestations of dysfunctional behaviors in case examples. 2. Analyze current research findings regarding treatment and interventions for psychopathy. 3. Evaluate assessment tools and various treatment methods in the treatment of common mental health disorders. Prerequisites: PSY 2000 and PSY 2400 (Grade C or higher); or instructor permission. FA, SP

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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