PSYCH 3250 - Adult Psychopathology

(crosslisted) HD 3700
(SBA-AS)

Spring. 3 credits. Letter grades only.

Prerequisite: any one course in psychology or human development. Enrollment limited to: sophomores, juniors, and seniors.

H. Segal.

A theoretical and empirical approach to the biological, psychological, and social (including cultural and historical) aspects of adult psychopathology. Readings range from Freud to topics in psychopharmacology. The major mental illnesses are covered, including schizophrenia as well as mood, anxiety, and personality disorders. Childhood disorders are not covered.