Psychology 352hb - Seminar: Topics in Advanced Clinical Psychology-High-Risk Behaviors in Psychopathology

This seminar focuses on a comprehensive understanding of the science, study, and treatment of high-risk behaviors in severe psychopathology. Course topics: alcohol/substance use, disordered eating, impulsivity, and self-injurious thoughts and behaviors. Readings will involve empirical studies and theoretical papers that have shaped the study of these behaviors and their relationship/presence in DSM-5. Students will evaluate published research based on theory, methodological rigor, ethical considerations, diversity/inclusion, and current gaps in the literature that contribute to difficulty in predicting and treating high-risk behaviors in clinical practice. Prerequisites: PSY 100 and PSY 150 or equivalent. PSY 202 or SDS 201 strongly recommended. Enrollment limited to 12.  Juniors and seniors only. Instructor permission required.

[CE] JR/SR only; Prereqs: PSY 100 & 150