Science & Nature
Science of Abnormal Psychology & Your Favorite Movie and Television Characters (Ongoing)
In this ongoing class, we'll learn what a psychological disorder is, and the elements of various psychological disorders that can be illustrated in different characters, superheroes and villains from television and the movies.
Melissa Snyder, M.Ed., LPCC
465 total reviews for this teacher
19 reviews for this class
Completed by 135 learners
13-18
year old learners
Beginner
Level
3-9
learners per class
$12
Charged weekly
Meets 1x per week
Runs week after week
35 minutes per class
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Available times
Pacific
Description
Class Experience
Knowing that one in three college students report experiencing mental health issues before coming to school, it's important to start early with education on psychological disorders and mental health. This class provides a fun and memorable way to explore disorders. This class is ideal for students who have an interest in psychology and psychological disorders. No prior psychology experience is needed, but students should be familiar with the characters that will be referenced each week. No...
In each class: 1. Students will hear a brief overview of what a psychological disorder is 2. Students will learn 4-5 unique psychological disorders in each class 3. Students will learn a tv and movie character to illustrate each psychological disorder In week three and five, students will learn the psychology behind why we love villains and superheroes
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, with M.Ed. in Community counseling and a B.A. in Sociology. I am licensed to diagnose mental health disorders, though not specifically for television and movie characters. :)
None
Pen, paper for taking notes. I'll also upload in the classroom, shortly before each lesson, and outline for each class that can be used to take notes and follow along.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Informal assessment will take place by asking students if they have questions or comments throughout lessons. There will also be opportunities to answer poll questions in the chat box.
35 minutes per week in class, and maybe some time outside of class.
Parents know best if their child will more comfortable with them by their side. The content of this course doesn't require a parent, but the nature/personality of the specific learner may. Many of the movies and tv shows are PG-13. No video will be shown in the class but students should be familiar with the characters. I include trigger warnings at the top of each class outline so an informed decision can be made about the appropriateness for your learner.
Disney + is a good source for many of the characters used in this course. YouTube also has clips that are specific character focused. The DSM 5 is a primary resource, but IS NOT NEEDED for this course. https://www.amazon.com/Diagnostic-Statistical-Manual-Mental-Disorders/dp/B08NVCNJ45/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=dsm+5&qid=1629088619&sr=8-3
Teacher
Melissa Snyder, M.Ed., LPCCLicensed Counselor Teaching Psychology and Strategies to Empower Learners
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Lives in the
United States465 total reviews
446 completed classes
About Me
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...
