CLINICAL ASSESSMENT AND TREATMENT OF MAJOR DISORDERS
PSY5CAT
2015
Credit points: 10
Subject outline
This unit introduces students to the concepts of 'evidence-based practice' with particular reference to uses and limitations of published Clinical Practice Guidelines. Lectures cover current evidence-based treatment of several major disorders in detail. Specific psychological models and treatments are emphasised, with medical and social interventions addressed more briefly. The disorders/clinical problems addressed include the following: mood disorders, psychotic disorders, personality disorders, anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, trauma and abuse.
School: School of Psychology & Public Health
Credit points: 10
Subject Co-ordinator: John Farhall
Available to Study Abroad Students: No
Subject year level: Year Level 5 - Masters
Exchange Students: No
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: Admission to SMCP or SDPCP
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: N/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Demonstrate an understanding of the notion of a taxonomy of mental disorders, with particular reference to the rationale, structure, content and limitations of the DSM system
- Activities:
- Lecture presentations and reading.
02. Develop and apply a practical understanding of the symptoms and psychopathology of commonly presenting psychiatric disorders, including the technical language used to describe these
- Activities:
- Lecture presentations and associated reading; Observation of interviews
03. Gain insight into, and empathy for, the personal experience of those who are affected by psychological problems
- Activities:
- Presentations by and interviews with consumers about the subjective experience and life impact of living with major mental health disorders
04. Develop skill in conducting and appraising semi-structured diagnostic interviews that routinely consider differential diagnoses, age specific features, and common comorbidities (e.g., alcohol, drug, and personality).
- Activities:
- Observation of interviews; role play based workshop
Melbourne, 2015, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: John Farhall
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 hour exam | 100 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |