Psychopathology

Catalog description

This course presents an integrative and multidimensional perspective on the fascinating field of psychopathology. You will acquire basic knowledge of various psychological disorders, including depression, anxiety, psychotic, and mood disorders. You will be introduced to how psychopathology is defined, assessed, and diagnosed using the current classification system, as well as the limitations of assessment. The course will provide an overview of the various models used to understand psychological disorders and the therapeutic approaches used to treat them. Additionally, you will be given an overview of the legal, economic, and sociocultural influences on psychopathology and the mental health system to gain a greater understanding of how mental illness affects all in our society.