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Abnormal Psychology and the Science of Mental Health Disorders

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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
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
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 and final exam.
Note 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:(494)
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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... 
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$19

weekly or $150 for 8 classes
1x per week, 8 weeks
50 min

Completed by 20 learners
Live video meetings
Ages 13-18
4-10 learners per class

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