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PSYCM7123 - Advanced Adult Psychopathology
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<p>This unit will build on students existing skills and knowledge of psychological disorders occurring in adulthood. This unit covers knowledge and skills for the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of complex clinical presentations in adulthood. This unit will examine diagnostic taxonomies and theoretical models for formulation and treatment of severe, chronic and complex mental health conditions. Students will also examine the role of clinical psychologists in supporting multi-disciplinary and pharmacological management of complex mental disorders.</p>
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<p>This unit will build on students existing skills and knowledge of psychological disorders occurring in adulthood. This unit covers knowledge and skills for the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of complex clinical presentations in adulthood. This unit will examine diagnostic taxonomies and theoretical models for formulation and treatment of severe, chronic and complex mental health conditions. Students will also examine the role of clinical psychologists in supporting multi-disciplinary and pharmacological management of complex mental disorders.</p>
Unit content
<p>Assessment and diagnosis of complex psychological disorders using diagnostic classification systems such as the DSM-5-TR</p> <p><br></p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Health and Wellbeing
Discipline:
Psychology
Study level:
Postgraduate - Coursework
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
090701 - Psychology
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 2</strong><p>Ballarat - Mt Helen (On Campus)</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/psycm7123">View unit fees</a>
Requisites
Prerequisite
<p> must have completed <a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=PSYCM7015" target="_blank">PSYCM7015</a></p>
Corequisite
None
Exclusion
None
Learning outcomes
Learning outcomes
<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
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K1
<p>Develop detailed knowledge of the aetiology, maintenance and treatment of complex and chronic adult psychological disorders.</p>
K2
<p>Describe, explain and evaluate diagnostic taxonomies and treatment models in complex clinical presentations.</p>
K3
<p>Synthesise and critically evaluate the role of evidence-based assessment and treatment for psychological disorders.</p>
S1
<p>Perform a detailed clinical assessment of complex adult psychological disorders in a peer-reviewed setting</p>
S2
<p>Create a detailed diagnosis of complex adult psychological disorders based on DSM-5 criteria in conjunction with a comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment.</p>
S3
<p>Critically evaluate the relevant literature to create an informed best-practice/evidenced based approach to clinical assessment and diagnosis in complex cases.</p>
S4
<p>Create an evidenced-based formulation and treatment plan for complex adult psychological disorders.</p>
A1
<p>Apply advanced knowledge of psychological theories of aetiology and maintenance of disorders, recovery processes, precursors and sequelae of psychological disorders, including incidence, prevalence, risk, protective and maintenance factors to inform case formulation and treatment planning.</p>
A2
<p>Apply advanced knowledge of psychopathology and relevant international diagnostic taxonomies to case formulation and treatment planning, including severe, complex and chronic mental illness.</p>
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<p>Oral Examination: verbal presentation of assessment, aetiology and diagnosis of complex adult clinical case(s)</p>
<p>Oral Examination</p>
<p>40-60%</p>
K1, K2, K3, S1, S2, S3, S4, A1, A2
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<p>Case Study Written Report</p>
<p>Written Report</p>
<p>40-60%</p>
K1, K3, S2, S3, A1, A2
Supplementary assessment available:
No
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Health and Wellbeing
Discipline:
Psychology
Study level:
Postgraduate - Coursework
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
090701 - Psychology
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 2</strong><p>Ballarat - Mt Helen (On Campus)</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/psycm7123">View unit fees</a>
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Internal reference: PSYCM7123 - U3.0