Adult Psychopathology

Rates of mental disorders have been rising steadily over the last decade. This has sparked an increased interest in the field of mental health. This interest has been echoed in the content we see in popular culture and social media sites like Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. This course aims to provide students with an understanding of the development, symptoms, and treatment of mental disorders. Topics include depression, anxiety, stress, and trauma. Special focus will be on sociocultural factors affecting diagnosis, treatment, and implementation. Students who take this course will walk away with an increased understanding of human behavior and the world around them.