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Summarize the foundations of abnormal psychology
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
summarize the contributions of influential individuals as they relate to abnormal psychology
compare and contrast major theoretical perspectives in abnormal psychology
analyze interpretations of abnormality throughout history
identify current criteria for abnormality as it pertains to mental health
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Explain research methods as they apply to the field of abnormal psychology
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Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
identify methods in scientific research
describe how methods of scientific research are applied
compare and contrast the strategies for scientific research
explore current academic research
characterize credible research
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Differentiate the characteristics of psychological disorders
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
classify disorders by their symptoms
describe symptoms of various disorders
identify the criteria of various disorders
interpret varying presentations of a disorder
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Explore methods used in assessing mental health
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
explain the purpose of the assessment process
explore the importance of cultural competence in assessment
explore assessment methods in the diagnostic process
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Examine possible causes of psychological disorders
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
explain the common biological factors that contribute to the development of specific disorders
explain the common social factors that contribute to the development of specific disorders
explain the common psychological factors that contribute to the development of specific disorders
identify the value of using a biopsychosocial approach
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Identify social considerations in mental health
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
determine potential ethical concerns in mental health care
identify stigma(s) related to mental health
examine potential occupation related ethical concerns
examine legal issues in a mental health context
explore history of ethics in mental health care
examine social misconceptions associated with mental health
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Investigate elements of psychological wellness
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
examine aspects of positive psychology
compare adaptive and maladaptive coping strategies
examine protective factors related to resiliency
identify biopsychosocial influences on wellness
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Investigate mental health resources
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
identify barriers to obtaining mental health services
examine a range of mental health resources
determine availability of local mental health resources
research points of access for mental health support
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Analyze various treatments for psychological disorders
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
examine various treatment modalities
identify common factors in effective treatment
explore the importance of cultural competence in treatment
evaluate strategies for building therapeutic rapport
examine treatment methods for specific psychological disorders