Unit details
HPS788 - Psychopathology
| Offered at: | (B, G, X) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Offerings: | Trimester 2, Trimester 3 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | R Moulding (B) |
| Incompatible with: | HPS308 |
| Contact hours: | 3 hours (1 x 2 hour lecture, 1 x 1 hour practical) per week |
| Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
This unit will provide students with an introduction to abnormal and clinical psychology from a descriptive, theoretical, and experimental perspective. A critical examination of abnormality will be presented within an integrated biopsychosocial framework. Topics covered include a history of abnormality, an integrative model of abnormality, diagnosis and classification, as well as an examination of the major groups of disorders such as anxiety, mood and psychotic disorders. Where appropriate, there will be a discussion and evaluation of therapeutic interventions and ethical issues pertaining to abnormal behaviour.
Assessment
Examination (2 hours) 60%, essay (3000 words) 40%
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $733 | $733 | $2675 | $2918 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
