PSYC 2053 - Child Psychopathology

Description
An examination of the symptoms, causes, and treatment of childhood psychological disorders from infancy through adolescence with emphasis on how these affect psychological development. Special attention will be paid to the role of child abuse and neglect in childhood psychological disorders.

Pre-Requisite
NONE

3 Credit Hour(s)

Contact Hours
45 lecture hours

3 Faculty Load Hour(s)

Semesters Offered
On Demand

ACTS Equivalent
N/A

Grade Mode
A-F

Learning Outcomes

Recognize the diagnostic symptoms characterizing various childhood psychological disorders.
Evaluate the role of environmental, biological, and cultural issues on diagnosis and treatment
Evaluate the connection between childhood behaviors and child maltreatment risks
Recognize the cultural, social, and environmental risks surrounding child psychopathology
Exhibit an increased acceptance, understanding and empathy for diagnosed children and adolescents as well as their family members

General Education Outcomes Supported
N/A

Standard Practices
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An overall understanding of child psychopathology, the DSM, misdiagnosis of children, as well as protective and risk factors for childhood psychopathology. Types of child psychopathologies including ADHD, Autism, Behavioral Disorders, Anxiety Disorders and Mood Disorders. Issues in the field including child trafficking, medication and youth suicide will also be addressed.

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