Advanced Psychopathology

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Section information text: This course provides an in-depth examination of current theory and research associated with major psychological disorders and with diagnosis. The major disorders are explored, including substance abuse and psychotic, mood, personality, somatoform, anxiety, mood, dissociative, and eating disorders. Application of the current diagnostic manual to actual clinical situations is emphasized. Current criticisms of the diagnostic system and discussion of alternative models are addressed. (Prerequisites: COUN 6220.)