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Psychopathology (CCP 615)

Term: 2015-2016 Spring

Faculty

Hugh F. Ferguson Ph.D.
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Schedule

Tue, 5:00 PM - 7:45 PM (1/19/2016 - 4/26/2016) Location: CAMB CA01 153

Description

This course explores neurotic, abnormal, and psychotic behavior, emphasizing ego-defensive, adaptive, and socio-cultural aspects. Particular attention is given to ego-defensive, adaptive, and socio-cultural aspects of behavior and ways in which adaptive behavior becomes symptomatic. Students will delves into historical contexts, spanning early medical concepts to the current DSM-V TR diagnostic criteria, prevalent psychotherapies, and psychopharmacology.