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4.50 Credits
(Prerequisites: ENG 100/101 and PSY 100) An overview of the nature of addictive disorders, including the various theories regarding etiology, development and psychopathology of such disorders. Also covers the etiology, diagnosis, assessment and treatment of compulsive gambling and nicotine addiction.
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4.50 Credits
(Two-month, 4.5-unit course) (Prerequisite: Completion of all other core courses) Development of a major cumulative paper integrating what students have learned in the program with an applied area of student interest. Covers empirical or theoretical study of specific topics in psychology with an emphasis on independent and creative activity. Students meet in seminar format to present work in progress for discussion.
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4.50 Credits
(Two-month, 4.5 quarter units) (Prerequisites: Completion of core courses with a GPA of 3.75 or higher, and the approval of the Department) In this capstone course students will design a research project under the direction and supervision of a faculty member. The research project will include data gathering, data analysis and interpretation of data and will be written in APA style and format. Grading is H, S, or U only.
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4.50 Credits
Individual Psychotherapy and Clinical Assessment I
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4.50 Credits
(Prerequisite: PSY 623A) Explores the realm of mental illness from the perspectives of etiology, diagnosis, classification and treatment. Covers relevant contextual issues often considered to be related to etiology and treatment. These include neurobiology, culture, family and development. Also covers post-modern considerations regarding pathology and treatment. These two courses introduce students to central features of psychotherapy and assessment, with a particular focus on adult psychotherapy. Students are expected to acquire and practice knowledge and skills related to development of a good therapeutic relationship; assessment, including DSM diagnoses and case formulation; treatment planning which links case formulation, theory, and clinical research outcomes to the methods and goals of psychotherapy; and the therapist's role in promoting communication, insight, and behavior change within the therapeutic setting.
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4.50 Credits
Acquaints students with the various informationgathering techniques used in clinical practice for the purposes of diagnosis and treatment planning. Emphasizes building conceptual and practical bridges between initial presenting symptoms, diagnosis and treatment planning.
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4.50 Credits
An exploration of human anatomy, physiology, sexual response cycle and the current theories and techniques used to treat sexual dysfunction. Provides students an opportunity to develop skills with these techniques and confront personal biases. Covers issues such as lifestyle, gender choice, gender roles, stereotyping, religion, contraception, HIV, AIDS and physical challenges.
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4.50 Credits
An examination of the professional laws and ethics pertaining to the practice psychotherapy and the content of these legal and ethical codes, the meaning of these tenets and the underlying principles involved.
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4.50 Credits
A comprehensive study of the major approaches, techniques and interventions used in group psychotherapy. Also emphasizes dynamics of group process including the types, stages and formation of groups.
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4.50 Credits
An opportunity to examine major topics in adult development and aging as they relate to the practice of psychotherapy. Includes developmental challenges and tasks unique to adult life, theories which assist in understanding the adult experience, issues related to work and career and the impact aging has on individuals and society.
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