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25 chapters · 97 video lessons with full transcriptsPsychology 180 · 3 credits · recommended for credit by NCCRS

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Chapter 1Foundations of Abnormal Psychology

  1. 1.1 · 13 minWhat Is Abnormal Psychology: Scope, Criteria, and Deviant Behavior
  2. 1.2 · 13 minThe Role of Biology and Historical Evolution
  3. 1.3 · 14 minThe DSM Explained: Purpose and Structure
  4. 1.4 · 16 minPitfalls in Mental Health Classification
  5. 1.5 · 16 minMind-Body Connections: How Psychology Shapes Physical Conditions

Chapter 2Investigating Mental Health: Research Foundations

  1. 2.1 · 15 minThe Science Behind Clinical Research and Correlational Methods
  2. 2.2 · 16 minThe Purpose and Function of Control Groups
  3. 2.3 · 17 minBoundaries and Shortcomings of Clinical Studies

Chapter 3Biological Underpinnings of Psychological Disorders

  1. 3.1 · 17 minA Primer on Biological Psychology
  2. 3.2 · 18 minNeurotransmitters, Brain Architecture, and Their Role in Mental Health
  3. 3.3 · 19 minThe Brain's Ability to Rewire: Plasticity and Adaptation
  4. 3.4 · 18 minHow Genetics and Evolution Shape Psychological Vulnerability
  5. 3.5 · 18 minMedically-Based Interventions, and Weighing the Biological Approach

Chapter 4Psychodynamic Theories and Therapeutic Practice

  1. 4.1 · 11 minCore Concepts of the Psychodynamic Framework
  2. 4.2 · 11 minErikson's Stages of Psychosocial Growth
  3. 4.3 · 11 minJungian Psychology: The Psyche, Symbolic Dreams, and Archetypes
  4. 4.4 · 12 minKey Psychodynamic Techniques
  5. 4.5 · 12 minA Critical Review of the Psychodynamic Model

Chapter 5Behavioral and Learning Models of Abnormality

  1. 5.1 · 12 minCore Principles of the Behavioral Approach
  2. 5.2 · 11 minBiological Factors That Limit Conditioned Learning
  3. 5.3 · 11 minLearning Through Observation, Modeling and Self-Efficacy
  4. 5.4 · 12 minBehavioral Therapy in Action: Desensitization and Graduated Exposure
  5. 5.5 · 12 minStrengths and Weaknesses of the Behavioral Framework

Chapter 6Cognitive Theories in Abnormal Psychology

  1. 6.1 · 11 minHow the Mind Works and the Cognitive Framework
  2. 6.2 · 11 minPractical CBT Strategies: Thought Restructuring and Behavioral Activation
  3. 6.3 · 11 minEvaluating the Cognitive Model

Chapter 7Humanistic and Existential Perspectives

  1. 7.1 · 12 minCore Ideas of the Humanistic-Existential Approach
  2. 7.2 · 11 minAssessing the Humanistic-Existential Framework

Chapter 8Sociocultural Influences on Mental Health

  1. 8.1 · 12 minThe Sociocultural Approach, Social Labels, and Role Expectations
  2. 8.2 · 11 minCommunity Networks and the Role of Social Support
  3. 8.3 · 12 minHow Gender, Sexuality, and Cultural Norms Influence Psychological Functioning
  4. 8.4 · 12 minCritiquing the Sociocultural Model: Advantages and Blind Spots

Chapter 9Vulnerability, Stress, and the Development of Disorders

  1. 9.1 · 11 minDefining Vulnerability, Environmental Stress, and Resilience Factors
  2. 9.2 · 11 minDevelopmental Stages, Accumulated Risk, and the Limits of the Framework

Chapter 10Psychological Assessment: Tools and Techniques

  1. 10.1 · 11 minWhat Clinical Assessment Is, and Why It Matters
  2. 10.2 · 11 minThe Clinical Interview and Behavioral Observation
  3. 10.3 · 11 minCognitive, Physiological, and Brain-Based Assessment
  4. 10.4 · 11 minStandards in Psychological Measurement: Consistency, Accuracy, Fairness

Chapter 11Anxiety-Based Disorders: Origins and Therapeutic Approaches

  1. 11.1 · 16 minGeneralized Anxiety Disorder: Core Features and Treatment Options
  2. 11.2 · 16 minPanic Disorder and Agoraphobia: Causes and Clinical Approaches
  3. 11.3 · 16 minPhobias, Specific and Social: Recognition and Intervention
  4. 11.4 · 19 minOCD and Trauma-Related Conditions: Patterns, Stress Reactions, and Therapy

Chapter 12Mood Disorders: Types, Origins, and Recovery

  1. 12.1 · 17 minThe Landscape of Mood Disorders: Scope, Impact, and Forms of Depression
  2. 12.2 · 19 minPersistent and Cyclical Mood Conditions: Features and Management
  3. 12.3 · 20 minBipolar Spectrum Disorders: Episodes, Patterns, and Treatment
  4. 12.4 · 18 minSuicide: Warning Signs, Risk Factors, and Prevention Strategies

Chapter 13Stress-Related Disorders and Emotional Resilience

  1. 13.1 · 20 minConceptualizing Stress Disorders and the Physiology and Purpose of Emotions
  2. 13.2 · 19 minClassifying Emotions, Their Neural Foundations, and Theories of Stress
  3. 13.3 · 20 minAcute Stress Reactions and Stress-Related Physical Presentations
  4. 13.4 · 18 minCoping, Emotional Regulation, and Positive Psychology Approaches

Chapter 14Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders

  1. 14.1 · 17 minUnderstanding Somatic Symptom Disorders and Functional Neurological Presentations
  2. 14.2 · 16 minPersistent Physical Complaints Without Medical Cause, Features and Care
  3. 14.3 · 14 minHealth Anxiety and Body Image Disturbance, Understanding and Therapeutic Approaches
  4. 14.4 · 15 minAdditional Somatic Presentations and Chronic Pain Conditions

Chapter 15Dissociative Disorders: Fragmentation of Identity and Memory

  1. 15.1 · 15 minMemory Loss Without Organic Cause and Dissociative Wandering States, Features and Intervention
  2. 15.2 · 15 minFragmented Identity Disorder, Multiple Self-States and Their Origins
  3. 15.3 · 12 minFeeling Detached from Oneself, Symptoms and Therapeutic Interventions

Chapter 16Eating Disorders: Psychological and Physical Dimensions

  1. 16.1 · 13 minRestrictive Eating Disorder: Symptom Profile and Long-Term Outlook
  2. 16.2 · 12 minPurging and Bingeing Cycles and Recurrent Overeating Disorder: Signs, Characteristics, and Recovery

Chapter 17Sexual Health, Gender Identity, and Atypical Sexual Behaviors

  1. 17.1 · 13 minClassifying Sexual Dysfunctions, Their Root Causes, and Historical Evolution
  2. 17.2 · 12 minLow Sexual Desire and Difficulties with Arousal: Origins and Interventions
  3. 17.3 · 12 minOrgasm-Related Difficulties and Pain Associated with Sexual Activity: Management and Therapy
  4. 17.4 · 12 minSex Therapy in Practice and Defining Paraphilias: Core Methods and Applications
  5. 17.5 · 12 minVoyeuristic, Frotteuristic, Pedophilic, and Sadomasochistic Behaviors: Clinical Overview
  6. 17.6 · 15 minGender Incongruence, Diagnosis, Support, and Affirming Care

Chapter 18Substance-Related Disorders: Understanding Addiction and Treatment

  1. 18.1 · 16 minDefining the Continuum from Substance Use to Dependence
  2. 18.2 · 17 minCentral Nervous System Depressants and Stimulants, Effects and Clinical Concerns
  3. 18.3 · 17 minHallucinogens and Marijuana Use, Effects, Myths, and Realities
  4. 18.4 · 18 minPolydrug Use and Evidence-Based Treatment Approaches for Substance-Related Conditions

Chapter 19Psychotic Disorders and Disruptions to Reality

  1. 19.1 · 18 minSchizophrenia, Core Symptoms, Clinical Subtypes, and Active vs. Deficit Symptoms
  2. 19.2 · 17 minTheoretical Models and Brain-Based Mechanisms Underlying Schizophrenia
  3. 19.3 · 17 minThe Progression of Schizophrenia, Onset, Genetic Susceptibility, and Environmental Risk
  4. 19.4 · 17 minFixed False Beliefs, Schizoaffective Presentations, and Sudden-Onset Psychosis
  5. 19.5 · 20 minManaging Schizophrenia and Related Psychotic Conditions

Chapter 20Cognitive Impairments: Disorders of Thinking and Memory

  1. 20.1 · 17 minWhat Are Cognitive Disorders? A Foundational Overview and Acute Confusional States
  2. 20.2 · 16 minIsolated Memory Impairment Disorders, Causes and Intervention
  3. 20.3 · 18 minProgressive Memory Loss and Alzheimer's Disease, Features and Stages
  4. 20.4 · 18 minCognitive Decline Related to Substance Use, Aging, and Associated Emotional Challenges

Chapter 21Developmental Disorders Across the Lifespan

  1. 21.1 · 16 minOverview of Developmental Psychopathology and Psychological Growth in Children and Adolescents
  2. 21.2 · 19 minDivergent Developmental Pathways, Autism Characteristics, and Learning Considerations
  3. 21.3 · 20 minADHD, Diagnostic Criteria, Behavioral Management, and Giftedness in Education
  4. 21.4 · 20 minDefiant and Conduct-Related Behavior Disorders, Behavioral Strategies
  5. 21.5 · 20 minSpecific Learning Difficulties and Intellectual Disabilities, Identification, Support, and Prevention

Chapter 22Personality Disorders: Rigid Patterns That Impair Functioning

  1. 22.1 · 13 minWhat Are Personality Disorders? A Broad Introduction
  2. 22.2 · 11 minCluster A - Eccentric Personality Patterns: Suspicious, Detached, and Odd
  3. 22.3 · 14 minCluster B - Dramatic Personality Patterns: Impulsive, Unstable, and Self-Focused
  4. 22.4 · 15 minCluster C - Anxious Personality Patterns, and Why Diagnosing Personality Disorders Remains Complex

Chapter 23Factitious Disorders: Intentional Illness and Deception

  1. 23.1 · 16 minFactitious Disorders Defined: What They Are, How They Present, and Their Varieties
  2. 23.2 · 16 minOrigins, Identification Methods, and Treatment Pathways

Chapter 24Therapeutic Approaches in Mental Health Practice

  1. 24.1 · 16 minOne-on-One Therapy: Psychodynamic, Cognitive, and Behavioral Methods
  2. 24.2 · 16 minGroup Therapy and Social Learning Principles: Purpose, Process, and Applications
  3. 24.3 · 17 minPsychopharmacology and Biologically-Based Interventions: Medications and Related Approaches
  4. 24.4 · 16 minCommunity-Based Mental Health Programs and Evaluating Therapeutic Effectiveness
  5. 24.5 · 17 minEthics in Mental Health Practice: Guiding Principles and Professional Responsibilities

Chapter 25Legal Frameworks and Ethical Considerations in Mental Health

  1. 25.1 · 15 minPsychological Evaluations in Legal Settings and Mental Health Law: Institutionalization and Duty to Protect
  2. 25.2 · 16 minEthical Dilemmas in Practice: Informed Consent, Confidentiality, and Equity of Access
  3. 25.3 · 17 minAdvancing Mental Health Globally: International Initiatives and Progress

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