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PSYCH 367-CN : Child Psychopathology


Description

This course examines the major psychopathologies of childhood and adolescence. Various theories for the etiologies of child and adolescent psychopathology are considered, and the implications for diagnosis, consultation, and treatment are also addressed. The general purpose of this course is to facilitate an understanding of developmental psychopathology and related principles addressing the range of processes and underlying mechanisms that result in the emergence, escalation, and maintenance of psychopathological adaptation in children and adolescents. Course requirements include a long literature review paper, several shorter case papers, and co-leading a class discussion with peers. Carries social science credit. Prerequisites: PSYCH 205 and PSYCH 303, or equivalents, are helpful as background, but not required.


Winter 2025
Start/End DatesDay(s)TimeBuildingSection
01/06/25 - 03/22/25Th
6:15 – 9:15 p.m.Kresge Hall 242566
InstructorCourse LocationStatusCAESAR Course ID
Gorvine, Benjamin
Evanston Campus
Open
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