SOWK 600 Psychopathology

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This course will provide students with a solid foundation for understanding psychopathology and the knowledge of skills for psychological diagnosis in clinical work. The course will enhance student’s abilities to distinguish between normal behavior and psychopathology, identify and classify symptoms into various psychological disorders and identify and understand common myths and stereotypes surrounding various disorders. Specific emphasis will be on understanding the contextual and individual factors related to diversity, equity, and resiliency, comprising internal and external resources that are essential for effective clinical practice.