Examines abnormal behavior with an emphasis on the classification of, causes of, and treatments for mental disorders. Focuses on major mental disorders including: anxiety, somatoform, and dissociative disorders, mood disorders,schizophrenias, personality disorders, substancerelated disorders, sexual disorders, and cognitive disorders.

This course will provide an overview of the scientific study of mental disorders, also known as psychopathology. The course will cover key concepts and definitions associated with various types of mental disorders, historical perspectives and different theoretical models of psychopathology, and the prevalence, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders. Topics include the description and classification of mental disorders, leading theories and research evidence explaining their origins and course, legal and ethical issues pertaining to the assessment and treatment of mental disorders, the role of society, culture, and diversity in mental health, as well as the stigma and stereotypes associated with some mental disorders.

This course focuses on historical perspectives, contemporary trends, theoretical models and scientific research in the assessment and classification of mental illness. The etiology and treatment of psychological disorders are discussed with emphasis on the role of biological, cognitive, psychodynamic and sociocultural factors.

Major forms of psychological disorders, such as neuroses, psychoses, psychosomatic disturbances and character disorders; their origin, development and treatment.

3 hours; 3 credits A study of the phenomenology, etiology, and treatment of the major forms of psychological disorders. The course emphasizes an integrative approach which analyzes theories and research from psychological, biological, interpersonal, and sociocultural perspectives. This course is the same as Abnormal Psychology I. This course was formerly named Abnormal Psychology I. Prerequisite: Psychology 1000.

The description of various psychological disorders. Through the study of these disturbances the course gives insight into the general nature of personality functioning. Case material is presented.

A study of the development, symptoms, prevention, and treatment of a wide variety of behavioral disorders including anxiety, depressive, personality, somatoform, and psychotic disorders. These and other disorders will be examined from a variety of theoretical perspectives. Equivalent to courses titled Abnormal Psychology.

CBA Credit CC - Liberal Arts

Elective Credit

The student will demonstrate an understanding of the description and delineation of the various patterns which prevent the individual from functioning constructively in our society.

Consideration of psychological abnormalities; symptoms, etiology, diagnostic procedures, and therapy.

This course offers an introduction to psychological approaches to understanding, defining and treating psychological disorders and distress that can affect children, adolescents, and adults. During the course students will learn several distinct perspectives that explain psychological disorders and distress, their assessment and treatment with a particular focus on how these may be impacted by culture and individual differences.

Concepts of normality and abnormality, and significant theoretical contributions to personality disorganization. Historical factors and current trends in the field of Mental Health and causes of behavioral disorders are discussed in terms of the impact of social, cultural, genetic and other factors. Survey of treatment methods included.Flexible Core: Individual and Society (Group D)Refer to the college catalog year you entered or last change your major.

This course introduces the major categories of psychological disorders and the diagnostic systems, DSM-V and the ICD-10. Disorders covered are psychotic, mood, anxiety, personality disorders and child and adolescent disorders. Theoretical and treatment perspectives will be examined focusing on inquiry and problem solving so to enhance scientific inquiry and critical thinking skills.CUNY Pathways: Flexible Core-Scientific World

Examination of the concept of abnormality and of the major categories of psychopathology with regard to symptoms and diagnosis. Consideration of etiology and treatment of psychological disorders from psychodynamic, behavioral, cognitive, humanistic, sociocultural, and biological perspectives.

This course presents an examination of the facts and theories about the etiology of mental disorders. The impact of social and economic distress upon the frequency and manifestations of disturbance will form the main focus of this course. Critical examination of the meaning of abnormal especially in light of recent research, will be an important theme.

An introduction to the field of abnormal psychology, major theories, research and techniques. Varying concepts of abnormality throughout history, including whether or not various behaviors are truly abnormal. Use of the case history data to discuss the etiology, diagnosis, treatment and possible preventions of various psychological and behavioral disorders. Consideration of the point of view of the leading theoretical approaches.SATISFIES FLEXIBLE CORE- INDIVIDUAL & SOCIETY

A critical survey and analysis of the field of psychopathology - symptoms, causes, and treatments - with special emphasis upon the interrelationships between physiological, psychological, and sociological factors.

Analysis of the characteristics of various psychological disorders, along with their origins and diagnoses, including anxiety disorders, dissociative and personal disorders, mood disorders and schizophrenia will be the focus of this course. Different theoretical perspectives on psychological disorders and their implications for treatment will be compared.

In this course, students will analyze the characteristics of various psychologicaldisorders, along with their origins and diagnoses. Disorders covered will include anxiety disorders, dissociative and personality disorders, mood disorders and schizophrenia. Students will compare different theoretical perspectives on psychological disorders and their implications for treatment.

Selected topics in psychopathology stressing the experimental approach: models of psychopathology; anxiety, dissociative, mood, and personality disorders; substance abuse and sexual disorders; schizophrenia; disorders of childhood and adolescence; and methods of treatment. Not open to students with credit in PSY 338.