PSY 322 Spring 2015 2
PSY 322: Abnormal Psychology
Spring 2015: Kelsey Cullen & Erica Goddard
MW: 6:30pm – 7:50pm
Instructor: Kelsey Cullen Email: kelseycu@buffalo.edu
Instructor: Erica Goddard Email: elcarlos@buffalo.edu
Instructor website: MyPsychLab (See Instructions with your Textbook)
Location: NSC 225
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
The goal of this course is to provide students with an overview of topics related to abnormal psychology. The primary emphasis of this course will be on classification of psychopathology and the symptoms associated with different syndromes. Second to this, emphasis will be placed on the associated course and consequences of each condition. Third, we will often discuss possible etiologies (causes) of psychological disorders. Lastly, treatment of these disorders will be discussed.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding regarding the history of abnormal psychology, its theoretical conflicts, and its sociocultural contexts
2. Identify appropriate applications of psychology in solving problems, such as the origin and treatment of abnormal behavior
3. Recognize and respect human diversity and understand that psychological explanations may vary across populations and contexts
4. Apply principles of psychology to understand the behaviors of people who are mentally ill and promote mental and emotional wellness.
5. Apply critical and scientific thinking to psychological issues and evaluate the significance of psychological issues in everyday life.
Required Media:
REQUIRED TEXTBOOK:
Beidel, D.C., Bulik, C.M. & Stanley, M.A. Abnormal Psychology 3rd Edition
REQUIRED MEDIA:
MyPsychLab
Suggested Materials & Supplies:
Textbooks, writing utensil, notebook, index cards, supply of non-spiral
Spring 2015: Kelsey Cullen & Erica Goddard
MW: 6:30pm – 7:50pm
Instructor: Kelsey Cullen Email: kelseycu@buffalo.edu
Instructor: Erica Goddard Email: elcarlos@buffalo.edu
Instructor website: MyPsychLab (See Instructions with your Textbook)
Location: NSC 225
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
The goal of this course is to provide students with an overview of topics related to abnormal psychology. The primary emphasis of this course will be on classification of psychopathology and the symptoms associated with different syndromes. Second to this, emphasis will be placed on the associated course and consequences of each condition. Third, we will often discuss possible etiologies (causes) of psychological disorders. Lastly, treatment of these disorders will be discussed.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding regarding the history of abnormal psychology, its theoretical conflicts, and its sociocultural contexts
2. Identify appropriate applications of psychology in solving problems, such as the origin and treatment of abnormal behavior
3. Recognize and respect human diversity and understand that psychological explanations may vary across populations and contexts
4. Apply principles of psychology to understand the behaviors of people who are mentally ill and promote mental and emotional wellness.
5. Apply critical and scientific thinking to psychological issues and evaluate the significance of psychological issues in everyday life.
Required Media:
REQUIRED TEXTBOOK:
Beidel, D.C., Bulik, C.M. & Stanley, M.A. Abnormal Psychology 3rd Edition
REQUIRED MEDIA:
MyPsychLab
Suggested Materials & Supplies:
Textbooks, writing utensil, notebook, index cards, supply of non-spiral