PSYC 271 — Abnormal Psychology
This course entails a detailed survey of the various types of abnormal behavior, including behavior resulting from anxiety disorders, mood disorders, substance abuse, sexual disorders, personality disorders, childhood and aging disorders and schizophrenia. Investigation of different models of abnormal behavior, including biological, psychological and sociocultural approaches. Theory and research in abnormal behavior, the causes, treatment, and prevention of abnormal behavior, as well as ethical and the legal issues will also be discussed.