psy2ach abnormal, clin
ABNORMAL, CLINICAL AND HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY
PSY2ACH
2019
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this unit you will be introduced to a variety of conditions outlined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders with the aim of defining the characteristics of each condition and offering treatment options across various schools of thought. The curriculum also includes key topics from clinical and health psychology with an aim of preparing you to better understand the more prevalent public health concerns. You will have access to hypothetical cases in tutorials and will be able to choose an essay topic from a short list to research.
SchoolSchool of Psychology & Public Health
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorChristina Nadj
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites (One of PSY1EFP or PSY1PYA) and (One of PSY1CFP or PSY1PYB) or by approval from the subject coordinator.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects PSY2PYA, PSY2PYB, PSY3PYA, PSY3PYB
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Identify, assess and select an appropriate course of action for a small range of disorders outlined in the DSM-V.
- Activities:
- Formative: Lectures and tutorials Summative: 2 hour examination 50% of total grade with 3 questions per lecture hour
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Writing(Writing)
02. Create and analyse a hypothetical clinical case study and appropriately outline specific assessment and treatment options available, explicitly detailing how individual differences including culture have been considered.
- Activities:
- Formative: Tutorials (with example case studies and suggested outcomes discussed) and lectures Formative and Summative: Group presentation 10% of total grade
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Writing(Writing)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
03. Produce an essay that displays a sound argument, based on existing data and/or theory, and adheres strictly to American Psychological Association writing conventions.
- Activities:
- Formative: Tutorials. Summative: Essay worth 40% of total grade
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
04. Evaluate approaches used to work with persons who present with cognitive and psychiatric disabilities, obesity, pain or who are grieving.
- Activities:
- Formative: Lectures, Tutorials, group presentation, essay Formative and Summative: Essay, group presentation, Summative: Exam
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Writing(Writing)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
05. Work cohesively as a group to deliver a professional oral presentation.
- Activities:
- Formative: Tutorials, group presentation Summative: Group presentation
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Writing(Writing)
06. Research and critically review specific abnormal, clinical and health psychology topic(s)
- Activities:
- Formative: Tutorials, lectures Formative and Summative: Essay, group presentation
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Writing(Writing)
07. Explain the principles of abnormal, clinical and health psychology and apply them to own life experiences.
- Activities:
- Formative: Tutorial Class Exercises. Summative: Examination Questions
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
- Ethical Awareness(Ethical Awareness)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
Subject options
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Albury-Wodonga, 2019, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment size372
Enrolment information Quota due to maximum capacity. Enrolments accepted until quota is reached.
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorChristina Nadj
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 video conference.
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours tutorial every two weeks on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Essay(s) (2000 words) | 40 | 03, 04, 06 | |
| Exam (2 hours; 2000-word equivalent) | 50 | 01, 04, 07 | |
| Group Oral Presentation (5 min per member; 500-word equivalent) | 10 | 01, 02, 05, 06 |
Bendigo, 2019, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment size372
Enrolment information Quota due to maximum capacity. Enrolments accepted until quota is reached.
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorChristina Nadj
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 video conference.
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours tutorial every two weeks on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Essay(s) (2000 words) | 40 | 03, 04, 06 | |
| Exam (2 hours; 2000-word equivalent) | 50 | 01, 04, 07 | |
| Group Oral Presentation (5 min per member; 500-word equivalent) | 10 | 01, 02, 05, 06 |
Melbourne, 2019, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment size372
Enrolment information Quota due to maximum capacity. Enrolments accepted until quota is reached.
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorChristina Nadj
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.
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours tutorial every two weeks on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Essay(s) (2000 words) | 40 | 03, 04, 06 | |
| Exam (2 hours; 2000-word equivalent) | 50 | 01, 04, 07 | |
| Group Oral Presentation (5 min per member; 500-word equivalent) | 10 | 01, 02, 05, 06 |