PSY 6534 - Advanced Psychopathology B

(3 units)

The purpose of the course is for students to be able to utilize interviewing skills, mental status exam, DSM‑5, and ICD to generate and evaluate diagnostic possibilities, derive a diagnosis, and to be able to place this diagnosis into a broader conceptualization of the client(s). Emphasis will be on a case formulation approach to understanding diverse clients. Numerous case examples will be used to highlight interviewing, diagnosis, and case formulation.
Prerequisites: Advanced Psychopathology A