Introduction
Abnormal
Psychology is the scientific study of psychological disorders, their signs and symptoms,
and causative factors. It is a field which is constantly developing through contributions
of several researchers and practitioners across the world. The present course is
introduced to help you develop basic understanding of the theoretical concepts of
abnormal psychology and learn about various psychological disorders along with their
signs and symptoms and clinical features. This course will provide concept of abnormality
and the symptoms and etiology of various psychological disorders and clinical psychology.
The aim of the course is to help students to understand abnormal behavior and therapeutic
interventions for the various psychological disorders. The course will prepare students to take up advanced
courses in applied psychology.
- To introduce students to the basic concepts of abnormality and the symptoms and etiology of various psychological disorders.
- To provide an understanding of various mental health problems and the role of clinical psychology
On successful completion of the course, the participants will be able to
1. Define abnormality adhering to a scientific concepts and criteria of abnormality
2. Understand the various causal factors of mental disorders
3. Observe and identify the various signs and symptoms of mental illness
4. Conduct clinical interview and mental status examination
Pre-requisites
Registration as a student in B. A Applied Psychology program
- Teacher: SARIN DOMINIC
- Teacher: Kavita R Shanmughan