PSYC1135 — Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorders
PSYC 1135 - Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorders PSYC 1135 - Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorders Catalog Description This course will serve as an introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Content covered will include common characteristics, assessment and diagnoses, theories of causes, and an overview of treatments and interventions. Society’s response toward neurodiversity will be examined. Family dynamics related to Autism Spectrum Disorders will also be explored. Recommended Skills, Abilities, or Coursework: PSYC 1110 or PSYC 2235 Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) Goal Area(s) fulfilled: Goal 02: Critical Thinking, Goal 07A: Human Diversity, Race, Power, and Justice in the United States