Integrating Science & Practice

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Today?s psychologist must be well versed in the science behind psychology as well as in practice-related issues. This course examines the interface between the scientific data base of psychology and its application to clinical work. In particular, we will consider empirically supported treatments and the need to defend clinical interventions from a scientific perspective. Outcome research and its application to practice will also be reviewed. Students will apply multicultural and other forms of critique to these data.