Psychopathology Diagnostics and Treatment Design

Catalog description

Diagnostic skills comprise a complex set of principles and guidelines. A firm grasp of case conceptualization and hypothesis building supports them. The course would include practice in diagnostic skills, case conceptualization, and treatment planning. This course would build a) a working knowledge of the diagnostic process, including differential diagnosis and the use of diagnostic tools; b) a working knowledge of the diagnostic criteria for mental and emotional disorders; c) an ability to discern pertinent diagnostic information from a case study, assessment, or intake; d) an understanding of the relevance and potential biases of commonly used diagnostic tools as they apply to diverse populations; e) an ability to identify and make use of resources for case conceptualization and intervention; f) an ability to work collaboratively in group diagnostic and treatment teams; and, g) an understanding of culturally relevant diagnostic processes.