PSY62040 - Psychopathology

(1.5 units)

In this two-part course, an overview of psychiatric disorders as defined by the DSM-5 is reviewed and discussed. The students are expected to become familiar with: (1) Specific symptoms related to a disorder; (2) Related and differential diagnoses; (3) Diagnosis using 5 Axes; and (4) Basic treatment issues surrounding the disorder. Relevant multicultural issues in Japan are also discussed.
Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Clinical Psychology MA program - Japan; PSY62030 must be completed prior to PSY62040