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01 Introduction to Abnormal Psychology
4 topics
1 Historical Perspectives on Abnormal Behavior
  • Ancient Views and Treatments
  • Middle Ages and Renaissance Perspectives
  • The Enlightenment and Moral Treatment
  • Early Psychological Approaches
2 Defining Abnormality
  • Statistical Deviance
  • Social Norms Violation
  • Personal Distress
  • Dysfunction and Maladaptiveness
  • Cultural Considerations
3 Contemporary Models of Abnormal Psychology
  • Biological Model
  • Psychological Models (Psychodynamic, Behavioral, Cognitive, Humanistic)
  • Sociocultural Model
  • Biopsychosocial Approach
4 Classification and Diagnosis
  • Evolution of Diagnostic Systems
  • DSM-5-TR Overview
  • ICD-11 Overview
  • Dimensional vs. Categorical Approaches
  • Criticisms of Classification Systems
02 Research Methods in Abnormal Psychology
4 topics
1 Scientific Approaches
  • The Scientific Method
  • Reliability and Validity
  • Sampling Methods
2 Research Designs
  • Case Studies
  • Correlational Studies
  • Experimental Methods
  • Quasi-Experimental Designs
  • Longitudinal and Cross-Sectional Approaches
3 Assessment Methods
  • Clinical Interviews
  • Behavioral Assessment
  • Psychological Testing
  • Neuropsychological Assessment
  • Neuroimaging Techniques
4 Ethical Considerations
  • Informed Consent
  • Confidentiality
  • Protection from Harm
  • Research with Vulnerable Populations
  • Cultural Sensitivity
03 Neurodevelopmental Disorders
5 topics
1 Intellectual Developmental Disorders
  • Etiology and Prevalence
  • Assessment and Diagnosis
  • Treatment and Support Approaches
2 Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Diagnostic Criteria
  • Neurobiological and Environmental Factors
  • Evidence-Based Interventions
  • Lifespan Perspectives
3 Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
  • Symptoms and Subtypes
  • Neurobiological Factors
  • Assessment Methods
  • Pharmacological and Behavioral Treatments
4 Specific Learning Disorders
  • Reading Disorder (Dyslexia)
  • Mathematics Disorder (Dyscalculia)
  • Written Expression Disorder
  • Assessment and Interventions
5 Motor Disorders
  • Developmental Coordination Disorder
  • Stereotypic Movement Disorder
  • Tic Disorders and Tourette's Syndrome
04 Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders
5 topics
1 Schizophrenia
  • Positive Symptoms
  • Negative Symptoms
  • Cognitive Symptoms
  • Course and Prognosis
  • Neurobiological Factors
2 Other Psychotic Disorders
  • Schizoaffective Disorder
  • Schizophreniform Disorder
  • Brief Psychotic Disorder
  • Delusional Disorder
3 Neurobiological and Genetic Factors
  • Dopamine Hypothesis
  • Glutamate Hypothesis
  • Structural Brain Abnormalities
  • Genetic Risk Factors
4 Psychosocial Factors
  • Family Dynamics
  • Expressed Emotion
  • Social Drift Hypothesis
  • Stress-Vulnerability Model
5 Treatment Approaches
  • Antipsychotic Medications
  • Psychosocial Interventions
  • Rehabilitation Approaches
  • Early Intervention Programs
05 Bipolar and Related Disorders
6 topics
1 Bipolar I Disorder
  • Manic Episodes
  • Hypomanic Episodes
  • Major Depressive Episodes
  • Mixed Episodes
  • Course and Prognosis
2 Bipolar II Disorder
  • Hypomanic Episodes
  • Major Depressive Episodes
  • Distinguishing from Bipolar I
3 Cyclothymic Disorder
  • Diagnostic Criteria
  • Course and Features
4 Substance/Medication-Induced Bipolar Disorder
  • Differential Diagnosis
  • Common Substances and Medications
5 Neurobiological Foundations
  • Genetic Factors
  • Neuroanatomical Changes
  • Neurotransmitter Systems
6 Treatment Approaches
  • Mood Stabilizers
  • Atypical Antipsychotics
  • Psychotherapy Approaches
  • Electroconvulsive Therapy
06 Depressive Disorders
6 topics
1 Major Depressive Disorder
  • Diagnostic Criteria
  • Subtypes (Melancholic, Atypical, Psychotic)
  • Recurrence and Chronicity
  • Gender Differences
2 Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia)
  • Diagnostic Features
  • Course and Prognosis
3 Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
  • Diagnostic Features
  • Differentiation from PMS
4 Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder
  • Features in Children and Adolescents
  • Differential Diagnosis
5 Etiological Factors
  • Biological Factors
  • Psychological Theories
  • Social and Environmental Factors
6 Treatment Approaches
  • Pharmacotherapy
  • Psychotherapy (CBT, IPT, BA)
  • Neurostimulation Techniques
  • Complementary Approaches
07 Anxiety Disorders
8 topics
1 Specific Phobia
  • Subtypes and Features
  • Etiology and Maintenance
2 Social Anxiety Disorder
  • Features and Diagnostic Criteria
  • Impact on Functioning
3 Panic Disorder
  • Panic Attacks
  • Anticipatory Anxiety
  • Physiological Mechanisms
4 Agoraphobia
  • Diagnostic Features
  • Relationship to Panic Disorder
5 Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Excessive Worry
  • Physical Symptoms
  • Cognitive Features
6 Separation Anxiety Disorder
  • Developmental Considerations
  • Features in Children vs. Adults
7 Neurobiological Mechanisms
  • Neural Circuitry
  • Genetic Factors
  • Neurochemical Factors
8 Treatment Approaches
  • Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
  • Exposure Techniques
  • Pharmacological Treatments
  • Mindfulness-Based Approaches
08 Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders
6 topics
1 Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
  • Obsessions: Types and Features
  • Compulsions: Types and Features
  • Insight Specifiers
  • Neurobiological Mechanisms
2 Body Dysmorphic Disorder
  • Clinical Features
  • Relationship to OCD
  • Body Image Concerns
3 Hoarding Disorder
  • Diagnostic Criteria
  • Cognitive Features
  • Impact on Functioning
4 Trichotillomania (Hair-Pulling Disorder)
  • Features and Patterns
  • Comorbidity
5 Excoriation (Skin-Picking) Disorder
  • Diagnostic Features
  • Relationship to Other OCD Spectrum Disorders
6 Treatment Approaches
  • Exposure and Response Prevention
  • Cognitive Therapy
  • Pharmacological Approaches
  • Habit Reversal Training
09 Trauma and Stressor-Related Disorders
7 topics
1 Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
  • Diagnostic Criteria
  • Intrusion Symptoms
  • Avoidance
  • Negative Alterations in Cognition and Mood
  • Alterations in Arousal and Reactivity
2 Acute Stress Disorder
  • Diagnostic Features
  • Relationship to PTSD
3 Adjustment Disorders
  • Subtypes
  • Differential Diagnosis
4 Reactive Attachment Disorder
  • Features in Children
  • Developmental Impact
5 Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder
  • Diagnostic Features
  • Developmental Considerations
6 Neurobiological Effects of Trauma
  • HPA Axis Dysregulation
  • Structural and Functional Brain Changes
  • Epigenetic Effects
7 Treatment Approaches
  • Trauma-Focused CBT
  • EMDR
  • Prolonged Exposure
  • Pharmacological Approaches
10 Dissociative Disorders
6 topics
1 Dissociative Identity Disorder
  • Diagnostic Features
  • Alternate Identities
  • Amnesia and Time Loss
  • Controversy and Validity
2 Dissociative Amnesia
  • Localized vs. Generalized
  • Dissociative Fugue
  • Mechanisms of Memory Disruption
3 Depersonalization/Derealization Disorder
  • Phenomenology
  • Distinguishing Features
  • Comorbidity
4 Etiology of Dissociative Disorders
  • Trauma and Dissociation
  • Developmental Factors
  • Neurobiological Mechanisms
5 Assessment Approaches
  • Structured Interviews
  • Self-Report Measures
  • Symptom Validity Assessment
6 Treatment Approaches
  • Phase-Oriented Trauma Treatment
  • Integration Techniques
  • Stabilization Methods
11 Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders
6 topics
1 Somatic Symptom Disorder
  • Diagnostic Criteria
  • Psychological Factors
  • Course and Prognosis
2 Illness Anxiety Disorder
  • Distinguishing from Somatic Symptom Disorder
  • Health-Related Anxiety
3 Conversion Disorder (Functional Neurological Symptom Disorder)
  • Motor Symptoms
  • Sensory Symptoms
  • Neurobiological Mechanisms
4 Psychological Factors Affecting Medical Conditions
  • Stress and Physical Illness
  • Illness Behavior
5 Factitious Disorder
  • Imposed on Self
  • Imposed on Another (Factitious Disorder by Proxy)
  • Motivational Features
6 Treatment Approaches
  • Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
  • Mindfulness-Based Approaches
  • Interdisciplinary Management
  • Therapeutic Alliance
12 Feeding and Eating Disorders
7 topics
1 Anorexia Nervosa
  • Restricting Type
  • Binge-Eating/Purging Type
  • Medical Complications
  • Body Image Disturbance
2 Bulimia Nervosa
  • Binge-Eating and Purging Cycles
  • Compensatory Behaviors
  • Physical Consequences
3 Binge-Eating Disorder
  • Diagnostic Features
  • Distinguishing from Bulimia
  • Relationship to Obesity
4 Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder
  • Distinguishing from Anorexia
  • Sensory Issues
  • Developmental Considerations
5 Pica and Rumination Disorder
  • Features and Assessment
  • Medical Management
6 Risk Factors
  • Biological Factors
  • Psychological Factors
  • Sociocultural Influences
  • Family Dynamics
7 Treatment Approaches
  • Family-Based Treatment
  • Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
  • Interpersonal Psychotherapy
  • Nutritional Rehabilitation
13 Sleep-Wake Disorders
7 topics
1 Insomnia Disorder
  • Diagnostic Features
  • Sleep Physiology
  • Cognitive and Behavioral Factors
2 Hypersomnolence Disorder
  • Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
  • Differential Diagnosis
3 Narcolepsy
  • Types and Features
  • Cataplexy
  • Hypnagogic Hallucinations
4 Breathing-Related Sleep Disorders
  • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
  • Central Sleep Apnea
  • Impact on Health
5 Circadian Rhythm Sleep-Wake Disorders
  • Delayed Sleep Phase Type
  • Advanced Sleep Phase Type
  • Shift Work Type
6 Parasomnias
  • Non-REM Sleep Arousal Disorders
  • Nightmare Disorder
  • REM Sleep Behavior Disorder
7 Treatment Approaches
  • Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia
  • Sleep Hygiene
  • Pharmacological Interventions
  • Chronotherapy
14 Sexual Dysfunctions and Gender Dysphoria
5 topics
1 Sexual Dysfunctions
  • Delayed Ejaculation
  • Erectile Disorder
  • Female Orgasmic Disorder
  • Female Sexual Interest/Arousal Disorder
  • Genito-Pelvic Pain/Penetration Disorder
  • Male Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder
  • Premature Ejaculation
2 Gender Dysphoria
  • Diagnostic Features in Children
  • Diagnostic Features in Adolescents and Adults
  • Development and Course
  • Cultural Considerations
3 Etiological Factors
  • Biological Factors
  • Psychological Factors
  • Relational Dynamics
  • Cultural Influences
4 Assessment Approaches
  • Clinical Interviews
  • Psychophysiological Assessment
  • Self-Report Measures
5 Treatment Approaches
  • Sex Therapy
  • Couples Therapy
  • Medical Interventions
  • Gender-Affirming Approaches
15 Disruptive, Impulse-Control, and Conduct Disorders
7 topics
1 Oppositional Defiant Disorder
  • Diagnostic Features
  • Development and Course
  • Distinguishing from Normal Development
2 Conduct Disorder
  • Childhood-Onset Type
  • Adolescent-Onset Type
  • Limited Prosocial Emotions Specifier
3 Intermittent Explosive Disorder
  • Features and Diagnosis
  • Impulse Control
  • Neurobiological Mechanisms
4 Pyromania and Kleptomania
  • Diagnostic Features
  • Motivational Aspects
5 Antisocial Personality Disorder
  • Relationship to Conduct Disorder
  • Adult Manifestations
6 Etiological Factors
  • Genetic and Neurobiological Factors
  • Family Factors
  • Peer Influences
  • Socioeconomic Factors
7 Treatment Approaches
  • Parent Management Training
  • Multisystemic Therapy
  • Cognitive-Behavioral Approaches
  • Pharmacological Interventions
16 Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders
7 topics
1 Substance Use Disorders
  • Alcohol Use Disorder
  • Cannabis Use Disorder
  • Stimulant Use Disorders
  • Opioid Use Disorder
  • Sedative/Hypnotic Use Disorders
  • Hallucinogen Use Disorders
2 Substance-Induced Disorders
  • Intoxication
  • Withdrawal
  • Substance-Induced Mental Disorders
3 Neurobiological Mechanisms of Addiction
  • Reward Pathways
  • Tolerance and Dependence
  • Craving and Relapse
4 Gambling Disorder
  • Diagnostic Features
  • Similarities to Substance Addictions
5 Other Behavioral Addictions
  • Internet Gaming Disorder
  • Emerging Concepts
6 Assessment Approaches
  • Screening Methods
  • Comprehensive Assessment
  • Laboratory Tests
7 Treatment Approaches
  • Detoxification
  • Pharmacotherapy
  • Behavioral Treatments
  • Motivational Approaches
  • Relapse Prevention
  • Harm Reduction
17 Neurocognitive Disorders
5 topics
1 Delirium
  • Diagnostic Features
  • Etiology
  • Course and Management
2 Major and Mild Neurocognitive Disorders
  • Due to Alzheimer's Disease
  • Vascular Neurocognitive Disorder
  • Frontotemporal Neurocognitive Disorder
  • Lewy Body Disease
  • Traumatic Brain Injury
  • Substance/Medication-Induced
  • HIV Infection
  • Prion Disease
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Huntington's Disease
3 Cognitive Domains Affected
  • Complex Attention
  • Executive Function
  • Learning and Memory
  • Language
  • Perceptual-Motor Function
  • Social Cognition
4 Assessment Methods
  • Neuropsychological Testing
  • Functional Assessment
  • Neuroimaging
5 Interventions and Management
  • Pharmacological Approaches
  • Cognitive Rehabilitation
  • Environmental Modifications
  • Caregiver Support
18 Personality Disorders
6 topics
1 Cluster A Personality Disorders
  • Paranoid Personality Disorder
  • Schizoid Personality Disorder
  • Schizotypal Personality Disorder
2 Cluster B Personality Disorders
  • Antisocial Personality Disorder
  • Borderline Personality Disorder
  • Histrionic Personality Disorder
  • Narcissistic Personality Disorder
3 Cluster C Personality Disorders
  • Avoidant Personality Disorder
  • Dependent Personality Disorder
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder
4 Alternative Models of Personality Disorders
  • DSM-5 Alternative Model
  • Dimensional Approaches
  • Trait Models
5 Etiology and Development
  • Genetic Factors
  • Neurobiological Correlates
  • Attachment and Early Experiences
  • Temperament
6 Treatment Approaches
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy
  • Schema Therapy
  • Mentalization-Based Treatment
  • Transference-Focused Psychotherapy
  • Cognitive-Behavioral Approaches
19 Ethical and Legal Issues in Abnormal Psychology
5 topics
1 Ethical Guidelines in Clinical Practice
  • Confidentiality and Its Limits
  • Informed Consent
  • Multiple Relationships
  • Cultural Competence
2 Legal Issues
  • Civil Commitment
  • Right to Treatment
  • Right to Refuse Treatment
  • Duty to Protect
3 Forensic Psychology
  • Competency to Stand Trial
  • Criminal Responsibility
  • Risk Assessment
  • Expert Testimony
4 Mental Health Legislation
  • Historical Developments
  • Current Legal Frameworks
  • International Perspectives
5 Special Populations
  • Children and Adolescents
  • Older Adults
  • Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities
  • Culturally Diverse Populations
20 Treatment of Psychological Disorders
6 topics
1 Historical Perspectives on Treatment
  • Moral Treatment
  • Psychoanalysis
  • Behavior Therapy
  • Development of Psychopharmacology
2 Psychotherapy Approaches
  • Psychodynamic Therapies
  • Cognitive-Behavioral Therapies
  • Humanistic-Existential Approaches
  • Family and Systems Therapies
  • Integrative Approaches
3 Biological Treatments
  • Psychopharmacology
  • Electroconvulsive Therapy
  • Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
  • Neurofeedback
  • Deep Brain Stimulation
4 Evidence-Based Practice
  • Efficacy and Effectiveness
  • Common Factors vs. Specific Techniques
  • Treatment Selection
  • Measurement-Based Care
5 Cultural Considerations in Treatment
  • Cultural Adaptations
  • Indigenous Healing Practices
  • Culturally Competent Care
6 Future Directions in Treatment
  • Personalized Medicine
  • Technology-Assisted Interventions
  • Prevention Approaches
  • Recovery-Oriented Care
21 Contemporary Issues and Future Directions
6 topics
1 Dimensional Approaches to Psychopathology
  • Research Domain Criteria (RDoC)
  • Hierarchical Taxonomy of Psychopathology (HiTOP)
  • Network Analysis
2 Transdiagnostic Processes
  • Emotional Regulation
  • Cognitive Biases
  • Interpersonal Processes
  • Experiential Avoidance
3 Neuroscience and Psychopathology
  • Neuroimaging Advances
  • Epigenetics
  • Neuroplasticity
  • Computational Approaches
4 Global Mental Health
  • Cross-Cultural Validity
  • Mental Health Disparities
  • Low-Resource Settings
  • Scalable Interventions
5 Prevention Science
  • Universal Prevention
  • Selective Prevention
  • Indicated Prevention
  • Implementation Science
6 Emerging Technologies
  • Digital Phenotyping
  • Virtual Reality Applications
  • Artificial Intelligence in Assessment and Treatment
  • Telehealth Innovations

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