PSY 212 - Abnormal Psychology

Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credits: 3

Description: This course is a study of the nature and development of behavioral disorders, including the investigation of contemporary treatment procedures.

Prerequisite(s): Take PSY 201 with a minimum grade of C.

Course Topics:

Historical overview of abnormal psychology
Research methods
Psychological perspectives
Classification and assessment of abnormal behavior
Dissociative disorders
Somatoform disorders
Anxiety disorders
Mood disorders
Psychotic disorders
Sexual disorders including gender identity disorder
Personality disorders
Childhood disorders

Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn website

Required Materials:

None

Grading System:
An overall grade of C or higher is required for transferability.

A = 90 - 100
B = 80 - 89
C = 70 - 79
D = 60 - 69
F = 0 - 59

Student Learning Outcomes:

Apply the biological, psychodynamic, behavioral, cognitive, humanistic, and sociocultural perspectives to explain maladaptive behavior.
Differentiate between the clinical features of and treatment for disorders of adulthood.
Differentiate between the clinical features of and treatment for disorders of childhood.

For SCC Online Courses:
If the course you are taking is online, please review the SCC Online Course Policies that include:

Identity Verification
Required materials for all online courses
Mandatory Attendance Requirement
Orientation and Support
Proctored Exams

Standard SCC Course Policies:
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Academic Integrity
Add/Drop period
Attendance
Classroom Conduct
Equal Access
IT Access
Online Behavior
Online Confidentiality
Services For Students with Disabilities
Student Concerns
Student Help Services
Withdrawals

Official Course Syllabus
2024-2025