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Advanced Psychopathology (PSYC90015)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 6.25On Campus (Parkville)

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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

On completion of this subject, students should be able to:

Knowledge

  • 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:

  • Applying advanced psychological knowledge of psychological theories of aetiology and maintenance of disorders, recovery processes, precursors and sequelae of psychological disorders, including incidence, prevalence, risk, protective and maintenance factors to inform case formulation and treatment planning. 
  • Apply advanced knowledge of psychopathology and relevant international diagnostic taxonomies to case formulation and treatment planning, including severe, complex and chronic mental illness

Application of Knowledge and Skills

  • On completion of this subject, students should be able to apply their 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: 31 January 2024