PSYCÂ 0107. Abnormal Psychology
Units: 3
Formerly known as PSYC 7
Advisory: Completion of PSYC 100 with grade of "C" or better; Eligibility for ENGL 1A
Hours: 54 lecture
Introduction to descriptive psychopathology: the origin, nature, and treatment of psychological and behavioral disorders, including discussion of relevant ethical and diagnostic issues. Major topics include research methods, schizophrenia, anxiety-related disorders, trauma- and stressor-related disorders, depressive disorders, bipolar disorders, obsessive-compulsive and related disorders, personality disorders, eating disorders, substance use and addictive disorders, gender dysphoria, and conflicting models of psychopathology. (C-ID PSY 120) (CSU, UC)
PSYC 0107 - Abnormal Psychology
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Catalog Description DESCRIPTION IS HERE: Formerly known as PSYC 7 Advisory: Completion of PSYC 100 with grade of "C" or better; Eligibility for ENGL 1A Hours: 54 lecture Description: Introduction to descriptive psychopathology: the origin, nature, and treatment of psychological and behavioral disorders, including discussion of relevant ethical and diagnostic issues. Major topics include research methods, schizophrenia, anxiety-related disorders, trauma- and stressor-related disorders, depressive disorders, bipolar disorders, obsessive-compulsive and related disorders, personality disorders, eating disorders, substance use and addictive disorders, gender dysphoria, and conflicting models of psychopathology. (C-ID PSY 120) (CSU, UC) Units 3 Lecture-Discussion 54 Laboratory By Arrangement Contact Hours 54 Outside of Class Hours Course Student Learning Outcomes Differentiate basic biological and psychological terminology to describe psychopathology and atypical behavior and mental processes. Compare and contrast the various theoretical perspectives on etiology and implications for treatment of various psychological disorders. Analyze the major disorder classifications and give concrete examples using appropriate diagnostic terminology. Draw conclusions about specific research methods and the ethical principles for the study and treatment of psychopathology. Course Content Outline I. INTRODUCTION A. History of 'madness' B. Medical model C. Nosological systems D. The DSM 5 E. Assessment and diagnosis II. RESEARCH METHODS A. The scientific method B. Studies: case studies, correlational studies, epidemiological studies, experimental studies (including quasi-experiments, analogue studies, and natural experiments) C. Cross-cultural research D. Meta-analyses III. PSYCHOSIS A. History of schizophrenia B. Symptoms and subtypes of schizophrenia C. Etiology of schizophrenia (all perspectives) D. Current therapies for schizophrenia E. Mood disorders (with discussion of suicide) IV. ANXIETY AND TRAUMA AND STRESSOR-RELATED DISORDERS A. Generalized anxiety disorder B. Panic disorder C. Specific phobias D. Social phobia E. Acute stress disorder F. Post-traumatic stress disorder G. Treatments for anxiety and trauma and stressor-related disorder V. PERSONALITY DISORDERS A. DSM-5 reconceptualization of personality disorders B. Personality types: borderline, narcissistic, antisocial, obsessive-compulsive, avoidant, and schizotypal personality disorder C. Treatments for personality disorders VI. SEXUAL DISORDERS A. Gender dysphoria and other sexual disorders B. Treatment for disorders VII. SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS A. Categories of drugs B. Substance use disorder C. Treatments for substance use disorders VIII. EATING DISORDERS A. Types of anorexia nervosa B. Types of bulimia nervosa C. Binge eating disorder D. Treatments for eating disorders IX. OBSESSIVE-COMPULSIVE AND RELATED DISORDERS X. OTHER DISORDERS A. Psychosomatic disorders B. Developmental disorders C. Dissociative disorders D. Somato-form disorders E. Organic mental conditions F. Dementia and Alzheimer's disease G. Intellectual handicap XI. TREATMENT A. Varieties of therapies, including somatic, behavioral, pharmacological, cognitive, humanistic, psychodynamic B. Evaluation of therapies C. Meta-analysis XII. ETHICS A. General ethical issues B. Civil commitment and patient rights C. Criminal commitment and the insanity plea Course Objectives Course Objectives 1. Define and use basic biological and psychological terminology to describe psychopathology and atypical behavior and mental processes. 2. Identify the various theoretical perspectives on etiology and implications for treatment of various psychological disorders. 3. Summarize the major disorder classifications and give concrete examples using appropriate diagnostic terminology (i.e., DSM). 4. Explain specific research methods and the ethical principles for the study and treatment of psychopathology. Methods of Evaluation Essay Examinations Objective Examinations Projects Reading Assignments 1. Read Chapter on "Panic, Anxiety, and their Disorders:" in Hooley's Abnormal Psychology text. Be prepared to discuss and differentiate between generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, phobias, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. 2. Find one empirical research article from a scholarly journal on a psychological disorder of your choosing. This article should focus on one aspect of the disorder, such as treatment, causality, or symptoms. Bring the article with you to class and be prepared to summarize its content in small groups organized by topic (e.g., anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, mood disorders, etc.). 3. Read the seminal study "Behavioral Treatment and Normal Educational and Intellectual Functioning in Young Autistic Children," by Lovaas, O. I. (1987) and be able to discuss how behavioral intervention facilitates skill acquisition in children with autism, and how this method differs from past, ineffective approaches. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Poster Presentation Using a standard poster board or cardboard fold-out display board, make a poster with headings, text, and tables/graphics that summarizes your research articles. Provide a brief introduction to the disorder you are presenting with DSM 5 criteria, then discuss the main idea of the articles you selected. Summarize the research, using appropriate sections. The end section of your poster should present conclusions, based on the research articles. For example, this concluding section may state that "evidence to date suggests that X treatment is the most effective for reducing anxiety symptoms in Generalized Anxiety Disorder." You should also list any unanswered questions or criticisms of the research articles here. Be sure to list the references you used for the poster at the bottom of the poster, and cite the references throughout the poster using basic APA format: list last names followed by year of publication when discussing an idea that is not your own. Example: Early intensive behavioral intervention has been shown to be the most effective treatment to date for autism spectrum disorders (Lovaas, 1987). Be prepared to answer student and instructor questions about your poster as you present it in class. Poster will be graded using a rubric for each. 2. Film/Book analysis paper: Select a book or film that addresses one of the psychological disorders from the DSM 5. Your paper should be double-spaced and typed; to address all of the questions completely, your paper should be approximately 6-8 pages in length. The following questions should provide a framework to help you write the paper: - What is the context and setting of the book/film? (e.g., a mental hospital, living with family). - Provide as rich and detailed a description of the thoughts, feelings and actions of the main character(s) (at least one) and the life events that may have impacted him/her. Do you consider the person(s) to be "normal" or "abnormal" based on the criteria discussed in class? Be sure to support your answer with references. - Does the main character(s) fit one particular type of classification of abnormal behavior? Use at least one theoretical framework to provide an explanation for the person's behavior. You must then choose a specific question that you are interested in pertaining to the disorder, e.g., relationship of abuse suffered by the main character and the development of depressive symptoms. Review the pertinent empirical literature citing at least 3 additional articles or books pertaining to this question. Do not simply repeat information from your text. Finally discuss how the book/film helped you understand or broaden your perspective about human behavior and psychopathology. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Write a term paper on a specific mental health disorder found in the DSM 5. Your paper will be an in-depth analysis including recent research findings, prevalence, clinical criteria, differential diagnosis, treatment, prognosis and any other information relevant to this disorder. Use recent, empirical, peer-reviewed professional journals articles as references throughout your paper. Methods of Instruction Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.
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