psy5ppy psychopathology
PSYCHOPATHOLOGY
PSY5PPY
2019
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject begins the process of building clinical competence in assessment and diagnosis of major disorders and a rich appreciation of their psychopathology including the subjective experience of clients. The DSM and ICD classification systems are critically appraised and used, and students are guided in developing skills in administering a mental status examination and diagnostic interview.
SchoolSchool of Psychology & Public Health
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorJohn Farhall
Available to Study Abroad StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Demonstrate an understanding of the notion of a taxonomy of mental disorders, with particular reference to the rationale, structure, content and limitations of the DSM system
- Activities:
- Lecture presentations and reading
02. Develop and apply a practical understanding of the symptoms and psychopathology of major psychiatric disorders
- Activities:
- Lecture presentations; Diagnostic reasoning assignment
03. Gain insight into, and empathy for, the personal experience of those who are affected by psychological problems
- Activities:
- Presentations by and interviews with consumers about the subjective experience and life impact of living with major mental health disorders
04. Develop skill in conducting and appraising semi-structured diagnostic interviews that routinely consider differential diagnoses, age specific features, and common comorbidities
- Activities:
- Observation of interviews; Diagnotic Interview Assignment
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Melbourne, 2019, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJohn Farhall
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 31 - 43
One 3.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic Reasoning Assignment (1,000-words) | 20 | 02, 04 | |
| 2.5 hour examination | 60 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Diagnostic interview (Pairs) assignment (1,000-words) | 20 | 04 |