PSYC-241 - Introduction to Abnormal Behavior - 3.00 Credits
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Course Details
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Introduces students to the area of abnormal psychology. Topics include the definition and classification of pathological, behaviour, factors involved in the development of pathology, and evaluation of therapy outcomes.
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Part of the:UNIVERSITY TRANSFER Department
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Prerequisites : PSYC 111, PSYC 121.
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Course Outline
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Instructors Qualifications:
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Relevant Master's Degree.
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Office Hours:
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1 Per Week
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Contact Hours:
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45
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Student Evaluation
Procedure:
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Assignments 50 - 70%, Final 30 - 50%, Total 100 %.
Grading procedures follow NVIT policy.
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Learning Outcomes:
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Upon successful completion of this course students should be able to:
- ยทnormal and abnormal behaviour;
- the history of abnormal psychology and models of abnormal or maladaptive behavior;
- methods used in assessing and abnormal behavior;
- patterns and causes of specific kinds of abnormal behavior with an emphasis on the interaction of biological, psychosocial, and socio-cultural factors;
- treatment and management of mental disorders; and
- coping mechanisms and the prevention of mental disorder.
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Text and Materials:
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Corner, R.J. (1996). Fundamentals of Abnormal Psychology. W.H. Freeman.
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Other Resources:
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Transfer Credits:
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For more information visit: www.bctransferguide.ca
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Other Information:
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