Unit

School Of Psychology

Clinical Psychopathology 1Western Sydney University Unit Code: 101812.3

Discipline: PSYCHOLOGY

Student Contribution Band: 1

Level: 7

Credit Points: 10

Equivalent Units
101212 - Clinical Psychopathology, 100466 - Advanced Psychopathology

Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in 1546 Master of Psychology (Clinical Psychology) or 1812 Master of Clinical Psychology


About this Unit
This unit provides a comprehensive examination of the nature, context and assessment of adult psychopathology. Students will review and critically evaluate the origins and structure of current diagnostic systems, and examine the diagnostic criteria for a range of major psychopathological syndromes and the range of contexts within which they may arise. Skills in balancing the assessment of adult disorders with counselling and engagement through a clinical diagnostic interview will be acquired. Beginning level skills in the formation of adult disorders will also be acquired.


Courses
1812.1Master of Clinical PsychologyCONTINUING
1812.2Master of Clinical PsychologyCONTINUING
1812.3Master of Clinical PsychologyCONTINUING




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