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
Instructors 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 Research Course Hours Preparation, After Class Study
3. Week Biological and Genetic Factors Preparation, After Class Study Research Other Activities Course Hours
4. Week Social and Environmental Influences Research Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study Course Hours
5. Week Behavioral Disorders in Childhood Course Hours Preparation, After Class Study Other Activities Research
6. Week Behavioral Disorders in Adolescence Research Course Hours Preparation, After Class Study
7. Week Behavioral Disorders in Adulthood Course Hours Preparation, After Class Study Research Other Activities
8. Week Vize Haftası / Midterm Week Course Hours Preparation, After Class Study Research
9. Week Treatment Models: Psychotherapy and Pharmacology Research Preparation, After Class Study Course Hours
10. Week Case Analyses Preparation, After Class Study Research Course Hours
11. Week Multidisciplinary Approaches Preparation, After Class Study Course Hours Research
12. Week Ethical Issues in Behavioral Disorders Preparation, After Class Study Course Hours Research
13. Week Current Research and Future Trends Research Preparation, After Class Study Other Activities Course Hours
14. Week General review Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study Course Hours Research
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