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Psychological Disorders and Therapies

Psychological Disorders and Therapies

Instructor: Pearson

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1 module

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Analyze the causes, symptoms, and assessment of common psychological disorders and their impact on mental health and well-being.
Evaluate psychotherapeutic approaches used to understand and treat psychological disorders.

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Explore the causes, symptoms, and treatment of psychological disorders and their impact on individuals and society. In this course, you'll examine common conditions, including anxiety disorders, depression, schizophrenia, and personality disorders, while exploring the factors that influence mental health. You'll also learn how psychological disorders are identified and treated, developing a stronger understanding of mental health and well-being. By the end of the course, you'll be able to describe key psychological disorders, explain major treatment approaches, and apply psychological concepts to promote mental health awareness and reduce stigma.

Psychological disorders can have a profound impact on individuals and society as a whole. From anxiety and depression to schizophrenia and personality disorders, these conditions can disrupt lives and challenge our understanding of the human mind. In this course, you will explore the causes, symptoms, and therapies of various psychological disorders. By gaining a deeper understanding of these disorders, you will develop empathy, reduce stigma, and learn strategies to promote mental health and well-being.

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1 video2 assignments4 app items4 plugins

1 videoTotal 3 minutes

Therapies3 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 60 minutes

Graded Quiz30 minutes
Practice Quiz30 minutes

4 app itemsTotal 160 minutes

Reading: Mood, Anxiety, and Dissociative Disorders pp. 614-64455 minutes
Reading: Eating, Personality, and Sexual Disorders & Schizophrenia pp. 645-65825 minutes
Reading: Insight Therapies pp. 666-67520 minutes
Reading: Action, Group, and Biomedical Therapies pp. 676-70860 minutes

4 pluginsTotal 20 minutes

Interactive: Types of Anxiety Disorders5 minutes
Interactive: Eating Disorders5 minutes
Interactive: Insight Therapies5 minutes
Interactive: Action Therapies5 minutes

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Pearson

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