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The DSM-V was released May 27th. The most recent version of the DSM was published almost 20 years ago!
This course deals with subjects that are at the very core of what it means to be “human.” This is a course many
students relate to on a personal level!
Welcome to Abnormal Psychology!
Step 1: Please be sure you completed the course prerequisite; to be enrolled in this course, General Psychology (PSC 150) is required!
Step 2: Purchase or rent the required text.
Step 3: Read through this entire document prior to completing any assignments.
Step 4: Explore the course site in CANVAS! This is a new learning management system for all of us, so do not be afraid to explore the course, use the help feature, and ask questions.
Step 5: Complete the course orientation. This orientation contains several parts, so be sure to follow directions in the course site to complete this successfully. The orientation can be found under the first module.
Step 6:Do you remember the theories from General Psychology? Please complete the PSC 150 Refresher as well. This can be found in the orientation.
Step 7: Begin active course work by continuing with the modules.
Getting Started
By the end of the course, students will be able to:
1. compare and contrast the historical trends in the treatment and understanding of mental illness and the cultural differences in understanding how mental illness is addressed in various cultures.
2. recognize and evaluate disorders from various theoretical perspectives (multipath approach), including etiology and current treatment options.
3. apply critical thinking skills to the historical development of and current laws protecting the rights of the mentally ill.
4. write and present a detailed case analysis which includes, but is not limited to, diagnosis, theoretical application (applying the multipath model), and treatment.
Inside This Syllabus
1 Instructor and textbook
information, and course prerequisite
1 Course description,
purpose, and student learning outcomes
2 Assignments and late
policy
3 Grading Scale,
expectations, and how to make this a GREAT experience
4 Reflections, academic
policies, and some VERY helpful websites.
Online Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes
Abnormal Psychology
Jennifer Hawley
Conversations through CANVAS Office Hours
M/W: 11:00-11:30 (Cambridge) W: 1:00-3:00 (Online)
T/TH: 1:00-3:00 (Wye Mills)
The purpose of this course is to provide in-depth
information on the complexities of
psychopathology, including the application of general psychological theories to etiology and treatment.
Spring 2014
Course Description: This course is a study of major
aspects of deviant behavior and
psychopathology including personality disorders, affective disorders,
psychosis, variations in sexual behavior, addictive disorders, stress disorders, and disorders of childhood
and adolescence. (3 credits)
Authors: Sue, Sue, Sue and Sue 10th Edition
ISBN: 1111834598
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Many celebrities have openly discussed their personal
experiences with mental illness, which has led to a greater
awareness.
It has been suggested that
trephining or the burrowing of
holes into the skull was used to
rid the body of evil spirits or
demonic possession, which was
believed to cause mental illness in
early history.
“Life is not what it’s
supposed to be. It’s what it
is. The way you cope with it
is what makes the
difference.” –Virginia Satir
What do I do first?
(1)Orientation (50 points): You should start with the orientation; this includes sending an introductory conversation to the instructor from Canvas, posting and responding to the “communicating mental illness through music” discussion, and completion of both the APA and the syllabus quiz. The orientation is worth 50 points toward the course grade.
(2)PSC 150 “refresher” (50 points): General Psychology (PSC 150) is a prerequisite for this course, which means that you should already be familiar with basic psychological theory. Completing this “refresher” will help you identify any areas of weakness that may require further reading or discussion with me. This course examines psychopathology from a multipath model which includes many of the psychological theories discussed in General Psychology. Please look in the orientation module for more information.
Quizzes: (200 points): There will be 6 quizzes in the course; each will contain multiple choice, true/false, matching, and short essays. Each quiz will be based on chapter readings from the text as well as instructor notes provided in the course. Quizzes will be worth 40 points and students will have the option of dropping the lowest quiz grade provided every quiz has been completed. There will be no make-up quizzes or late quizzes accepted.
Discussions (150 points): There will be three discussions worth 50 points; since quality discussions only occur if we are all communicating during the same time period, they are limited in availability and late discussions will not be accepted.
Positive Psychology Activities (50 points): Too often the study of abnormal psychology has focused on what is wrong with an individual (the disease model) as opposed to what strengths individuals may possess to help them cope; we have ignored those who are relatively healthy. These assignments are designed to encourage personal reflections and positive feelings. No late activities will be accepted.
Case Analysis through Film (100 points): Since it is important that you understand how the information you are learning in the course can apply to life situations, you will apply what you are learning to a specific character depicting mental illness in film. Film suggestions must be approved by the instructor and you are responsible to obtain the film. No late case analyses will be accepted.
Cultural Connections Presentation (100 points): Attitudes and perspectives vary regarding diagnosis, cause, treatment, and stigma of mental illness. This assignment is designed to enhance your understanding of the ways in which various cultures approach or influence mental illness. You will research an aspect of mental illness (specific disorders, prevalence, cause, treatment, stigma, etc.) in another country and then compare and contrast those aspects to that of the US. No late presentations will be accepted.
Learning Assessment Your overall course grade will be determined by your level of success on each of the learning assessments identified below.
Did you know that the insanity defense is pleaded in less than 1% of all felony cases in
the US and of those only ¼ of those are successful AND in many cases individualswho are successful are
kept in an institution longer than if they were convicted? In short, the
insanity defense is not
advantageous!
It is imperative that you stay current with assignments, since there is
typically something due each week, so NO LATEassignments will be accepted!
Demi Lovato has openly discussed non-suicidal self
injury (NSSI) as well as her struggle with
Bipolar Disorder. “Click” picture for
more.
Carrie Fisher discussed her battle with addiction and bipolar in her production of “Wishful Drinking,” which aired on HBO in 2010. Click on her picture for more.
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Letter Percentage Points Equivalent
A 90-100 627-700
B 80-89 557-626
C 70-79 487-556
D 60-69 417-486
F Less than 60 Less than 417
You can expect me to:
Provide complete and well-organized course material
Encourage questions and other communications
Maintain one office hour each week and be available for questions during that time
Provide feedback on assignments within 10 days (14 days for papers and reflective writings)
Respond to messages with 24 hours, M-F unless otherwise announced
Be professional and respectful in all communication with you.
Grading Scale
Recommended Films
“He prefers the security of the
known misery to the misery of
unfamiliar insecurity”-Sheldon
Kopp
Recommended Reading: If
You Meet the Buddha on the
Road, Kill Him: The Pilgrimage
of Psychotherapy Patients
Elyn Saks is a Professor of
Law, Psychology, and Psychiatry at USC. She has recently written her own memoir on her personal
struggle with Schizophrenia. “Click” her picture for more!
I expect you to: Complete all assignments by
the due dates
Regularly communicate with me and other students as appropriate
Actively engage in all discussions
Check the course site regularly (see Note on page 3)
Be professional and respectful in all communications with me and your classmates
Be honest and responsible.
Be committed to success in the course.
Expectations
“I Have It Too! The Medical Student Syndrome: There is a tendency, when learning about psychopathology, for students to believe that they, themselves, have a particular disorder or that family members may have particular disorders, when this is indeed not the case. This is usually compounded by easy access to the internet, the fact that many disorders involve a cluster of physical symptoms, the universality of the human experience, and our tendency to compare or own functioning with our perception of how other people are functioning. If you do begin to feel strongly that you or a loved one may be experiencing psychological difficulties, please consider discussing this with a friend or with one of your professors. You could just be responding to pressures that you have not encountered previously. If your discussion supports your suspicions then I encourage you to seek
professional help. (Sue et. al., 2013, p. 28).
Psychological difficulties affect all cultures, social classes, and
families. Many of you have been affected by a disorder or have a
parent, sibling, or marital partner coping or struggling with a particular difficulty. I
urge you to show a great deal of consideration. Discussions can and will be energetic at times.
Please be respectful of the challenges that some of your
classmates may be dealing with and engage in the course with a spirit of openness. Let us try to go beyond initial reactions and
try to act as scientists, observing and reporting, not
judging.
HOW TO MAKE THIS A GREAT LEARNING EXPERIENCE!
Please Note: An online course demands that students access the course site often (at least 3-4 times/week and devote at least 2-3 hours
in preparation for assignments. (See “balance” for suggested time commitment). Do not be
fooled by the illusion that working independently is easier than a seated course.
Online courses are NOT easier, but are very REWARDING provided that students follow the
course schedule and communicate with me regularly, especially if you miss an assignment.
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Students with Disabilities: If you
have a disability or are seeking services or accommodations through Chesapeake, you must disclose the need for these services to the Office of Disability Services. To be eligible you must have a documented disability as defined by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 or the ADA of 1990. For more information on eligibility, visit the student service website (page 3) or contact Judy Gordon, at [email protected].
Deep Thoughts by
Jennifer Hawley
Balance: Select a realistic course load. If you are working a fulltime job, one, possibly two courses, are at most what you can reasonably manage. You are to do a minimum of two hours each week outside of class for every hour in the course site. As a rule of thumb, I typically suggest calculating five-six hours each week (in addition to the time you are in the class site) for each three hour credit course. Although programs are listed as two-year programs, it does not mean you have to complete the program in two years, nor is it feasible in many cases. Make sure that the time commitment is a good fit for your personal and professional schedule.
Preparation: College is VERY different from high school. Assignments are more complex and much of your learning experience is expected to be done by you alone! Due dates are clearly communicated. There are no surprises! Read and review your materials from this course each day; make assignment completion on time a priority.
Effort: If you are having trouble with concepts or navigating the course, please contact me. I want you to do well, but that responsibility also falls on your shoulders! Effort increases performance; utilizing your instructors, office hours, discussions, and college resources can be instrumental in your success in a course, and your overall college success. I want you to succeed, so take an active role in the process!
Click here for LRC help DSM IV online (STAT!Ref) Database and tutorials
for APA format and style
Plagiarism and Cheating will not be tolerated. Plagiarism is the taking of information from
another and passing those ideas off as your own without
giving proper credit to the original sources. This behavior is unethical and a violation of the Student Code of Conduct. Evidence of either cheating or
plagiarism will result in an automatic zero for the
assignment, an F in the course, and possible disciplinary action by the college. Please do not do it! If you are unsure what
requires a reference, ask!
Academic Instructor Emergency Management Plan In the event that the college needs to close for an extended period of time due to a flu pandemic, severe weather event, or other emergency situation, consideration will be given to the timing and duration of the closure as follows:
1. Closure during the semester for up to one week: there will be an opportunity to make up work missed without significant alteration to the semester calendar.
2. Closure extending beyond one week (or in situations where classes are cancelled on the same days/evenings over multiple weeks) the college may extend the length of the semester. Depending on the timing of the closure, scheduled breaks, end of semester dates, and/or the processing of final grades may be impacted. Students can acquire information about closures on the Chesapeake College Homepage or by calling 410.822.5400 or 410.228.4360. Chesapeake College courses held off campus sites will follow the protocol host facility.
Other Useful Chesapeake Resources
Student Services Academic Support
Center
Purdue OWL
APA format
Academic Policies
Useful websites
It has been suggested that Van Gogh suffered from
various forms of mental illness
throughout his life. This work has been
suggested as depicting his state of mind prior to his
suicide in 1890. “Click” picture for
more!
Course Withdrawal: Before you
withdraw from the course, please contact me so that we can
determine, together, if this is the best action for you. If we decide
that a withdrawal is most beneficial, then you must formally withdraw
with the Registrar’s office by completing the necessary forms. This
form must be on file in registration to avoid a failing grade for the
course. Please make note of the last day to formally withdraw in the
current schedule. Academic Calendar