To understand the purpose of classification and assessment. To describe the different features of Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Dissociative Disorders, Personality Disorders, Eating Disorders and, Schizophrenia and to become familiar with the most common treatments. To discuss and elaborate on the factors that precipitate suicide. To understand the basic definitions of eating disorders and the goals and treatment techniques used to treat these disorders. Understand the genetic evidence for schizophrenia, which leads to a diathesis-stress model of etiology.
Attendance is mandatory.
I will have you sign an attendance sheet for most classes. It is important for you to attend every class since you will be responsible for all material and information provided during class periods , even if that material is not in the text or announced in the syllabus . It has been my experience that those who regularly attend class generally perform better on exams than those who do not. If you miss class make sure you get the notes from a classmate. Please do not ask me for my notes or whether I covered something important in class.