Advisory:  ENGL 1A and PSYC 1A

Class Hours:  54 lecture  total

This course provides a historical overview of the field of abnormal psychology with an emphasis on current theories and paradigms.  Abnormality is defined and behaviors that are considered abnormal or maladaptive are described.  Assessment, diagnostic, classification, and prevention techniques, as well as psychological and biological therapies are explored.

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