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Advanced Psychopathology (PSYC90015)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 6.25On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
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Semester 2
Prof Kim Felmingham
Overview
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This subject presents a comprehensive biopsychosocial approach to the examination and evaluation of various competing theories of aetiology; maintenance and treatment of psychological problems/disorders that commonly present to clinicians. It adopts a case-based methodology for examining how theoretical models apply to case formulation and treatment planning for different adult disorders. The conceptual strengths and weaknesses of these theoretical positions will be examined and discussed, and their empirical status will be evaluated.
Intended learning outcomes
Knowledge
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Critically evaluate theoretical models of adult psychological disorders on the basis of empirical literature.
Skills
On completion of this subject students should demonstrate skills in:
- Apply advanced knowledge of psychological theories, including aetiology and outcomes of psychological disorders, to inform case formulation and treatment planning.
Application of Knowledge and Skills
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Apply advanced knowledge of theory and skills in assessment and treatment of psychopathology to consider culturally diverse client presentations, and more complex clinical presentations.
Generic skills
Written and interpersonal communication skills;
Analytic, synthesizing and problem-solving skills.
Last updated: 4 March 2025