PSY 313 - Clinical and Abnormal Psychology

Units: 3
Three hours lecture per week
Prerequisite: PSY 100 , Upper Division Standing, or Consent of Instructor
Examines the major diagnostic, etiologic, and treatment options for a variety of psychopathologies and psychological disorders. Areas to be covered include how psychologists diagnose, assess, understand the etiology, and treat psychological illness and problems. Topics include: disorders related to anxiety, stress & trauma, mood, schizophrenia and psychosis, eating and substance abuse, memory & organic dysfunctions, personality; social, cultural, and legal issues related to psychopathology.