This course provides an overview of the field of abnormal psychology, the diagnostic system for psychological disorders and some of the major categories of psychological disorders. Upon completion of this course, students should be able to identify the major disorders, explain theoretical approaches, terminology, principles, and methods in the above areas. All or part of 15 chapters of your text will be covered in this course.
Specific assignments are in the attached course outline.
The assigned reading is due before that topic is discussed in class. Expect to read everything more than once. There will be six examinations and a final. Each will cover approximately two chapters each. The exams may be multiple choice, essay, short answer, or a combination of these approaches.