Abnormal Psychology

LSOC-421

This course will explore psychopathology—the scientific study of mental disorders—using the classification system in the current edition of the American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) as a guide. This exploration will involve examining the etiology of each disorder, its symptomatology, and different treatment approaches, both biological and psychological. Note: This course may be used to fulfill the social science requirement.

Credits
3
Prerequisites
LSOC-211
Required Of
MTHE majors
Electable By
All
Semesters Offered
Fall, Spring, Summer
Location
Boston
Department
LART
Course Chair
Marcela Castillo-Rama
Taught By
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