Specific content of course to be arranged by agreement of instructor and students. Repeatable to 6 credits. Topics in advanced multivariate analysis including canonical analysis, discriminant functions analysis, cluster analysis and factor analysis. Logical and geometric properties of multivariate techniques and interpretation on research results are stressed. Multivariable designs, multiple interaction analysis, computer programs and operation.
Research designs that involve several criterion measures.
Overall working model of mental disorders diathesis-stress model. Review of current research literature on assessment, diagnosis and treatment of childhood mental disorders within a developmental framework. Ethical considerations in clinical research and therapy with children highlighted. This seminar is a basic introduction to the cross-cultural perspective in psychology. History of the modern cross-cultural movement will be covered along with a selection of a number of conceptual and methodological issues and problems.