Diagnosis and Psychopathology

Catalog description

This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive overview of assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning using the DSM-5-TR. Additional attention will be provided to predisposing factors, etiology, social & cultural factors, differential diagnosis, clinical decision-making, and scientific research all related to emotional and behavioral disorders across the lifespan. Additionally, students will develop interviewing skills to assist in effectively and efficiently gathering diagnostic information.