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The Psychology of Diagnosing Superheroes and Villains

Completed by 47 learners
Ages 12-17
Live One-Time Class
In this class, we'll learn what a psychological disorder is, and the elements of various psychological disorders that can be illustrated in different Superhero and Villain characters.
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:
(526 reviews)
Rising Star

Live video meetings
Meets once
2-6 learners per class
35 min

What's included

1 live meeting
35 mins in-class hours
Assessment
Informal assessment will take place throughout the lesson by asking students if they have questions or comments throughout lessons. There will also be opportunities to answer poll questions in the chat box.

Class Experience

US Grade 7 - 10
Beginner Level
This class is ideal for students who have an interest in psychology and psychological disorders. Have you ever wondered why Anakin Skywalker became Darth Vader? Or why the Winter Soldier has nightmares and can't stop reliving his past?  We'll answer these questions and more in this class.

No prior psychology experience is needed, but students should be familiar with the superhero/villain characters that will be referenced. We'll look at gifs, but no movie clips will be viewed in this class.

I use slides, gifs and chat box polls to enhance learning and encourage participation.  While participation is always welcomed, I assure learners they will never be called on, so that they can relax and learn the information.

This is an educational, fact-based course, and not a counseling or therapy group. 

The class will have three components:
I.   What is a psychological disorder
II.  What disorders do the Incredible Hulk, Anakin Skywalker, Winter Soldier, Captain America, Dr. Strange and Princess Azula illustrate
III. What are the basic elements of the disorders of the Superhero characters, as outlined by the DSM 5 (Diagnostic Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders)

I have a structured, yet humor-filled teaching style, designed to keep student's interest, allow for discussion, and help learner's feel comfortable.

Learning Goals

1]  Learners will be able to define psychological disorder
2]  Learners will be able to identify psychological disorders illustrated by six Superhero characters
3]  Learners will be able to identify at least 2 elements of each psychological disorder, as outlined by the DSM 5 (Diagnostic Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders)

Other Details

Parental Guidance
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. Some of these superheroes are in movies that are for mature learners and need parental guidance.
Supply List
Paper/pen for note taking. 

There will be a handout that outlines that information covered in the lesson. It can be uploaded in the classroom, and used to follow along or take notes.

Learners can preview YouTube clips of their choosing or the ones I've selected to refresh their memories on the superhero characters.  There will be no videos viewed in the class.
Sources
YouTube and Disney+ is a good resource for viewing clips of each Superhero character, in order to refresh learner's memory prior to class.

Meet the teacher

4.9
526reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in Education from Kent State University
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 Superhero characters. :)

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