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ASSESSMENT OF PSYCHOPATHOLOGY & PERSONALITY

PSYCH 802
Course Description

Introduces the use of structured and semi-structured interviews typically used in psychodiagnostic settings, including research. The assessment of major/common psychopathologies and personality diagnosis will be covered. Additionally, several of the most commonly used clinical self-report and personality measures will be introduced (e.g., PAI, MMPI, BASC).

Prerequisties

Consent of instructor

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

2

Offered

Spring

Grade Point Average
4

No change from Historical

Completion Rate
100%

No change from Historical

A Rate
100%

No change from Historical

Class Size
6

600% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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