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330.661.81 SOCIAL, PSYCHOLOGICAL, AND DEVELOPMENTAL PROCESSES IN THE ETIOLOGY OF MENTAL DISORDERS

Department: Mental Health
Term: 3rd term
Credits: (3 credits)
Academic Year: 2012 - 2013
Course Instructor:
Description:

Examines the major social, psychological, and developmental theories of mental and behavioral disorders. Covers biopsychosocial frameworks such as the diathesis stress model, ecological theory, and life course development. Psychological models include behavioral, cognitive, personality, and psychodynamic theories. Covers social processes covered such as social stratification, social integration, social diffusion, social stress, social learning, social cognitive, and attachment. Applies these theories to major mental and behavioral disorders of childhood, adolescence, and adulthood, including depression, anxiety, conduct disorders, and personality disorders. Explores multidisciplinary areas, and includes guest lectures by other mental health faculty. Lectures highlight main issues from readings, provide additional information on theories, and apply reading and lecture materials to specific mental and behavioral disorders.
Student Evaluation: Take home exam, short reflection papers, class participation
Location: Internet
Enrollment Minimum: 7
Enrollment Maximum: 45
Instructor Consent: No consent required
For consent, contact: cbradsha@jhsph.edu
Prerequisite:

Introduction to Online Learning is required prior to participating in any of the School's Internet-based courses..
Auditors Allowed: Yes, with instructor consent
Grading Restriction: Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
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