Explore the role of biological, cognitive, and cultural factors in abnormal psychology
Critically evaluate theories, research, and treatment related to psychological disorders
Compare normality with abnormality to discuss validity and reliability of diagnosis
About this course:
This course presents the study of psychological disorders including depression, anxiety, substance use disorders and schizophrenia across lifespan. The role of biological, behavioral, social, cognitive and cultural factors; diagnosis and treatment approaches are reviewed. Students critically evaluate theories, research, and treatment related to psychological disorders from a cultural and social perspective. Discussion focuses on how stigma affects access to care and what practices can be implemented to support inclusiveness. Transferable for UC credit.
Midterm and final exams are proctored online; additional requirements include microphone, headphones/speakers and webcam.
Weekly one-hour discussion online through the Canvas Learning Management System.
Visitors not permitted. Enrollment deadline: January 14, 2025. Internet access required. Materials required.
Enrollment is typically reserved for adult students 18 years of age and older. Students under 18 years of age may receive consent to enroll based on special academic competence and approval by the instructor. If you are a student under 18 years of age, you must submit a request to enroll in the course 8 weeks before the course start date to mentalhealth@uclaextension.edu for your request to be considered.
Midterm and final exams are proctored online; additional requirements include microphone, headphones/speakers and webcam.
Weekly one-hour discussion online through the Canvas Learning Management System.
Visitors not permitted. Enrollment deadline: April 6th, 2025. Internet access required. Materials required.
Enrollment is typically reserved for adult students 18 years of age and older. Students under 18 years of age may receive consent to enroll based on special academic competence and approval by the instructor. If you are a student under 18 years of age, you must submit a request to enroll in the course 8 weeks before the course start date to mentalhealth@uclaextension.edu for your request to be considered.
Refund Deadline
Refunds only available from February 03, 2025 to April 13, 2025
Course Requirements
Book:
Psychopathology
by David Barlow, V. Durand, Stefan Hofmann
Cengage Learning
ISBN 978-0357657843
Schedule
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Date
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Location
Lecture
Wed Apr 2, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Apr 9, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Apr 16, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Apr 23, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Apr 30, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed May 7, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed May 14, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed May 21, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed May 28, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Jun 4, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Jun 11, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
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