Fundamentals of Abnormal Psychology
1. Read Chapter 1 of from your Comer text. (Fundamentals of Abnormal Psychology)
Based on your reading of the first two chapters, prepare to discuss the science of psychopathology. Ensure the follow components are included in your contribution to the discussion:
- Practicing professionals (psychologists, psychiatrists, counselors, etc.)
- The work of clinical researchers
- Treatment
2. Read Chapter 5 in your Comer textbook. (Fundamentals of Abnormal Psychology)
Prepare to engage in discussion identifying implications of a disorder related to trauma and stress, such as post-traumatic stress disorder or acute stress disorder. Be sure to address the following in your discussion:
- The fight or flight response
- Causality and treatment of stress disorders
- An emphasis on psychophysiological and psychosomatic disorders
- Your personal experiences and ways of dealing with stress
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Psychologists are mental health professionals who study and evaluate mental processes and behaviour. Psychiatrists evaluate patients to determine if their symptoms are results of a physical illness or both physical and mental ailments. Psychiatrists and clinical psychologists are…
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