Psychopathology
PSY 18
Subject & Catalog Number
Course Information
Description
Introduction to the study of psychological dysfunction. Focuses on abnormal behavior as it relates to the definition, etiology, and treatment of major symptom domains. This course will emphasize critical evaluation of the causes and mechanisms of mental illness, with special attention paid to how these disorders present clinically.
Course Notes
Formerly named "Abnormal Psychology". This course counts toward foundational requirements for Psychology and should be taken before courses at the 1000 level or higher.
Recommended Prep
The Psychology Department requires completion of Science of Living Systems 20 or Psychology 1 or the equivalent of introductory psychology (e.g. Psych AP=5 or IB=7 or Psyc S-1) before enrolling in this course; or permission of instructor.
Available for Harvard Cross Registration
NOTE: This course requires additional sections; you will be prompted to choose secondary components during the Add to Cart process
