Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Behavioral Disorders PDR603 3 + 0 3.0 9.0
Prerequisites None
Language of Instruction Turkish
Course Level Graduate
Course Type
Mode of delivery face to face
Course Coordinator Prof. Dr. Mustafa KOÇ
Instructor(s) Mustafa KOÇ
Assistants
Goals The aim of this course is to help students understand the theoretical and practical aspects of behavioral disorders. Students are expected to create treatment plans tailored to individual needs and develop interventions aligned with ethical standards. Additionally, they are encouraged to contribute new approaches to behavioral disorders through scientific research.
Course Content This course provides an in-depth exploration of types, causes, and intervention methods for behavioral disorders in children, adolescents, and adults. It examines the effects of social, biological, and environmental factors on behavior. The course emphasizes research methods, case analyses, and multidisciplinary approaches to diagnosis and treatment.
Learning Outcomes - Learn diagnostic criteria and types of behavioral disorders.
- Analyze the impact of social, biological, and environmental factors on behavior.
- Develop effective treatment and intervention plans.
Weekly Topics (Content)
Week Topics Learning Methods
1. Week Introduction and Overview of Behavioral Disorders Course Hours Preparation, After Class Study
2. Week Classification of Behavioral Disorders Course Hours Preparation, After Class Study Research
3. Week Biological and Genetic Factors Course Hours Preparation, After Class Study Research Other Activities
4. Week Social and Environmental Influences Preparation, After Class Study Research Other Activities Course Hours
5. Week Behavioral Disorders in Childhood Other Activities Course Hours Preparation, After Class Study Research
6. Week Behavioral Disorders in Adolescence Course Hours Research Preparation, After Class Study
7. Week Behavioral Disorders in Adulthood Course Hours Preparation, After Class Study Other Activities Research
8. Week Vize Haftası / Midterm Week Course Hours Preparation, After Class Study Research
9. Week Treatment Models: Psychotherapy and Pharmacology Course Hours Research Preparation, After Class Study
10. Week Case Analyses Research Course Hours Preparation, After Class Study
11. Week Multidisciplinary Approaches Research Course Hours Preparation, After Class Study
12. Week Ethical Issues in Behavioral Disorders Preparation, After Class Study Research Course Hours
13. Week Current Research and Future Trends Course Hours Preparation, After Class Study Research Other Activities
14. Week General review Research Other Activities Course Hours Preparation, After Class Study
Recommended Sources
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), American Psychiatric Association
Behavioral Disorders in Children and Adolescents, Vance, A.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements Contribution Level DK1 DK2 DK3 Measurement Method
PY1 3 3 3 3 -
PY2 2 2 2 2 -
PY9 3 3 3 3 -
*DK = Course's Contrubution.
0 1 2 3 4 5
Course's Level of contribution None Very Low Low Fair High Very High
Method of assessment/evaluation Written exam Oral Exams Assignment/Project Laboratory work Presentation/Seminar
ECTS credits and course workload
Event Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Course Hours 14 5 70
Preparation, After Class Study 14 2 28
Research 5 10 50
Verbal Expression 14 1 14
Practice 8 6 48
Midterm 1 1 4.5 4.5
Midterm 2 1 5 5
Homework 1 2 5 10
Total Workload 229.5
ECTS Credit of the Course 9.0