Abnormal Psychology and the Science of Mental Health Disorders
Melissa Snyder, M.Ed., LPCC
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This 8-week course will define abnormal psychology, and the diagnostic criteria of individual mental health disorders as listed in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM 5).
Class experience
US Grade 8 - 11
Beginner Level
Have you ever wondered what causes someone to become super paranoid? Or why someone might actually believe the planes they see overhead are spying on them? We'll answer these questions, using the diagnostic criteria outlined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM 5), and my experience as a licensed clinical counselor. We'll cover all new disorders that are not covered in Science of Abnormal Psychology and Mental Health, my other 8-week abnormal psychology class. This class is...
8 lessons//8 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1What is Abnormal PsychologyChanging views on what is "normal" vs abnormal behavior, as well as how the definitions can vary by culture.Week 2Lesson 2Anxiety & Obsessive-Compulsive and Related DisordersDisorders including Specific Phobia, substance/ Medication Induced Anxiety, Anxiety Disorder Due to Another Medical Condition, Body Dysmorphic Disorder, Trichotillomania, Excoriation DisorderWeek 3Lesson 3Trauma-and Stressor Related Disorders & Dissociative DisordersDisorder including Adjustment Disorder, Acute Stress Disorder Depersonalization/Derealization Disorder, Other Specified Dissociative Disorder, Unspecified Dissociative DisorderWeek 4Lesson 4Depressive Disorders, Bipolar Disorders & Somatic DisordersDisorders including Substance/Medication Induced Depressive Disorder, Other Depressive Disorders and Specifiers for Depressive Disorder, Cyclothymic Disorder, Illness Anxiety Disorder, Conversion DisorderWeek 5Lesson 5Neurodevelopmental Disorders & Schizophrenia Spectrum, Other Psychotic DisordersDisorders including Global Developmental Delay, Stereotypic Movement Disorder, Schizophreniform Disorder, Catatonia Associated with Another Mental Disorder, DelusionalWeek 6Lesson 6Personality DisordersDisorders including General Personality Disorder, Schizotypal Personality Disorder, Histrionic Personality Disorder, Personality Change to Another Medical Condition, Obsessive Compulsive Personality DisorderWeek 7Lesson 7Disruptive, Impulse-Control, and Conduct Disorder & Sleep-Wake DisordersDisorders including Pyromania, Conduct Disorder, Non-Rapid Eye Movement Sleep Arousal Disorders, Rapid Eye Movement Sleep Behavior Disorder, Restless Leg SyndromeWeek 8Lesson 8Medication-Induced Movement Disorders & Substance Related Addictive DisordersDisorders including Medication-Induced Acute Dystonia, Tardive Dyskinesia, Anti-depressant Discontinuation Syndrome, Caffeine Intoxication/Withdrawal, Hallucinogen Persisting Perception Disorder
1] Students will learn definition of abnormal psychology, considering changing definitions by culture and time 2] Students will learn the diagnostic criteria of the disorders in eleven categories of mental health disorders as defined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Health Disorders (DSM-5)
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, with M.Ed. in Community counseling and a B.A. in Sociology. My licenses permits me to diagnose clients using the DSM 5. I have also taught college level introductory Psychology and Sociology courses.
Homework Offered
None will be assigned. 4 weekly application homework assignments will be offered upon request.Assessments Offered
Informal assessment will take place throughout the lesson by asking students questions through chat box polls. Final exam also available upon request.Grades Offered
Upon request, final grade report can be given based on class attendance, participation during in-class chat box polls, homework and final exam.
1 file available upon enrollmentNote taking materials. I will provide an outline that can be used to follow along and take notes for each lesson. It will be uploaded shortly before each lesson through a link to a virtual classroom.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
This is a fact-based course. I don't intend to discuss personal sensitive topics. In the event a student would bring up a personal mental health related issue, I will recognize the feeling/comment (i.e. "That can be really difficult") and respond, "That's important information to share with a trusted adult in a private/one-on-one setting. For now, let's talk about...". This has been a successful strategy in previous fact-based courses to address any sensitive topics that may come up. I don't believe parental guidance is required. However, parents know best if their child will more comfortable with them by their side. The fact-based content of this course doesn't require a parent, but the nature/personality of the specific learner may. There will be trigger warnings on each class handout as well.
These ARE NOT needed for the class. This is the textbook that is a primary source used in the lessons. It is not however needed by the individual learner. https://www.amazon.com/Abnormal-Psychology-Perspectives-Psychological-Disorders/dp/1260547914/ref=sr_1_12?crid=22NB0APF0707I&dchild=1&keywords=abnormal+psychology&qid=1606453232&sprefix=abn%2Caps%2C193&sr=8-12 This is the desk reference size of the DSM-5 that will be referenced in the class. Some students enjoy having this smaller version of the DSM-5 that can be found at https://www.amazon.com/Reference-Diagnostic-Criteria-Psychiatric-Association-dp-B08DBYPZMH/dp/B08DBYPZMH/ref=mt_other?_encoding=UTF8&me=&qid=1601796600
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Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(500)
Hello there! I'm a licensed professional clinical counselor who focuses on education classes and workshops for children, teens and adults. I primarily teach psychology and anxiety reduction classes on Outschool. Learning life-skills and coping...
Group Class
$150
for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
50 min
Completed by 20 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
4-10 learners per class
