Abnormal Psychology

Catalog description

This course introduces the scientific study of psychopathology and atypical behaviors as broadly defined. Students will investigate abnormal behavior from a variety of perspectives including biological, psychological, and sociocultural approaches. An integrative survey of theory and research in abnormal behavior, intervention, and prevention strategies for psychological disorders are introduced in this course. ADVISORIES: PSYC C1000 or PSYC C1000H and ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H. (Formerly PSY 2 or PSY 2H and ENGL-1A or ENGL-1AH) (A, Cal-GETC, CSU, UC) (C-ID PSY 120)