Abnormal Psychology

PSYCH XL 127A

This introductory course provides an overview of abnormal psychology, abnormal personality patterns and psychological disorders.

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Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
In-Person
Remote
Starting at $900.00
As few as 11 weeks
4.0

What you can learn.

  • 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.
Prerequisites
PSYCH XL 10 (Introductory Psychology)

Spring 2024 Schedule

Date & Time
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Wednesday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Available
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Instructor: John W. Carter
397253
Fee:
$900.00
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Location: UCLA
ENROLL BY: Apr 3, 2024
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Notes

Lecture is three hours. Weekly one-hour discussion online through the Canvas Learning Management System.

Visitors not permitted. Enrollment deadline: April 16, 2024. Internet access required. Materials required. 

Refund Deadline
No refunds after April 16, 2024
Course Requirements
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Wed Apr 3, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 2760
Lecture
Wed Apr 10, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 2760
Lecture
Wed Apr 17, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 2760
Lecture
Wed Apr 24, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 2760
Lecture
Wed May 1, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 2760
Lecture
Wed May 8, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 2760
Lecture
Wed May 15, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 2760
Lecture
Wed May 22, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 2760
Lecture
Wed May 29, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 2760
Lecture
Wed Jun 5, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 2760
Lecture
Wed Jun 12, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 2760

Summer 2024 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
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Wednesday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens April 29, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: John W. Carter
398473
Fee:
$900.00
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Location: Remote Classroom
Notes

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: July 2, 2024. Internet access required. Materials required. 

Refund Deadline
No refunds after July 09, 2024
Course Requirements
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Wed Jun 26, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Jul 3, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Jul 10, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Jul 17, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Jul 24, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Jul 31, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Aug 7, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Aug 14, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Aug 21, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Aug 28, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Sep 4, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom

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