Abnormal Psychology Specialization
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Abnormal Psychology Specialization
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What you'll learn
An intro level understanding of basic tenets of psychopathology, including how to identify indications of distress
Empathic approaches to engaging with individuals in distress and evidence-based strategies for supporting yourself and others
An awareness of historical precedent in the discipline of mental health and how that history affects modern-day perceptions of psychopathology
Skills you'll gain
- Mental Health Therapies
- Mental Health
- Psychological Evaluations
- Experimentation
- Psychology
- Psychiatry
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Behavior Management
- Psychotherapy
- Behavioral Management
- Behavioral Health
- Health Promotion
- Diversity Awareness
- Cultural Responsiveness
- Motivational Interviewing
- Goal Setting
- Clinical Psychology
- Mental and Behavioral Health
- Mental Health Diseases and Disorders
- Psychosocial Assessments
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Specialization - 3 course series
This specialization provides an introduction to the study of abnormal psychology, with a survey of various mental health concerns through both a modern and historical lens. It concludes with an opportunity to practice effecting behavioral change in your own life through an overview of scientifically-supported treatment strategies. The specialization is not intended to be a replacement for therapy, nor a replacement for formal psychiatric training, but - through a series of lectures, readings, and reflective projects - you will learn many of the basic tenets of how diagnosis and treatment have been applied throughout the existence of the discipline of psychology, how to empathically respond to people in distress, and some basic tools to make desired changes in your own life.
Applied Learning Project
Throughout all three courses, you will be asked to engage with reflective strategies and journaling - which you are free to share or keep private, at your preference. These prompted activities will reflect on your own understandings and experiences with the topics, ultimately guiding you through activities to identify opportunities for empathy towards others and create behavioral changes in your own day to day life.
Introduction to Abnormal Psychology
What you'll learn
An intro level understanding of symptomatology, intervention strategies, and relevant contextual factors of broad experiences of psychopathology.
A fundamental understanding of the indications a family member, friend, or colleague may be experiencing distress
The comfort level required for initiating an empathic, compassionate conversation with a person of concern.
Skills you'll gain
History of Mental Illness
What you'll learn
Gain familiarity with the evolution of the modern sciences and professions of abnormal psychology
Become aware of the cultural and socio-economic factors that have influenced our understanding and treatment of mental illness
Learn strategies for undertaking close reflection on diagnostic classifications and treatment of mental illness, both past and present
Skills you'll gain
Creating Behavioral Change
What you'll learn
Fundamental principles of behavior change
How those principles are applied in evidence-based psychotherapeutic interventions
Skills you'll gain
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Frequently asked questions
The Specialization consists of three courses, each designed to take approximately 4-5 weeks, though you are welcome to proceed through each at your own pace.
No background knowledge is necessary to participate in this Specialization.
This course is completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.
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