PSYC 230 - Abnormal Psychology

    Recent Professors
    Vincent Van Veen, Amanda Perez, Carmen McNeil, Kamara Taylor, Katherine Johnson
    Recent Semesters
    2027SP, 2026SU, 2026SP, 2026FA
    Class Size
    Not published
    Difficulty
    6.1Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    3
    2027SP Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4I · CSU GE Area D9
    Description
    This course introduces the scientific study of the symptoms, causes, treatments, and prevention of psychological disorders. Multiple theoretical perspectives are used to examine the biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors creating abnormality. The course examines the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) classification system, cultural and gender differences in abnormality, current research and ethical issues, and case illustrations of behavioral disorders. Formerly PSYCH-230 (25-26).
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 11:10am–12:35pm, Mon Wed 9:35am–11:00am