Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Psychopathology I PSİ301 Turkish Compulsory 5. Semester 3 + 0 3.0 7.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Formal
Course Coordinator Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Belgin ÜSTÜN GÜLLÜ
Instructor(s) Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Belgin ÜSTÜN GÜLLÜ (Güz)
Goals The aim of the course is to introduce the etiologies of psychological disorders, classification of these disorders according to various diagnostic criteria, theories and treatment methods. Anxiety disorders will be covered in the course.
Course Content Description of Abnormal Behavior , History of Psychopathology, Perspectives in Abnormal Behavior, Classification of Abnormal Behavior, Clinical Assessment, Research Methods in Clinical Psychology, Anxiety Disorders, Depression and Mood Disorders
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Teaches basic information about mental disorders.
2 It teaches various approaches to the causes of mental disorders.
3 Teaches various therapy approaches in the treatment of mental disorders.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Introduction to Psychopathology Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
2. Week Definition and History of Psychopathology Preparation, After Class Study Other Activities Class Hours (14 weeks)
3. Week Current Approaches in Abnormal Psychology Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks)
4. Week Classification and Diagnosis Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study
5. Week Clinical Evaluation and Research Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
6. Week Research Methods in the Study of Abnormal Behavior Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
7. Week Mood disorders Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
8. Week MIDTERM Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
9. Week Anxiety Disorders Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study
10. Week Obsessive Compulsive and Related Disorders Other Activities Class Hours (14 weeks) Preparation, After Class Study
11. Week Psychotic disorders, Treatment in psychosis Class Hours (14 weeks) Preparation, After Class Study Other Activities
12. Week pervasive developmental disorders Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
13. Week Disorders in childhood and adolescence Class Hours (14 weeks) Preparation, After Class Study Other Activities
14. Week General evaluation Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Acquiring current theoretical and applied knowledge in the field of psychology
2 Understanding the scientific perspective of psychology and its approach to behavioral and mental processes from a historical perspective
3 Making critical thinking and interpretations based on the scientific knowledge acquired in the field of psychology
4 To have basic knowledge about the processes of relations between people and societies
5 Analyzing the problems encountered in both professional and personal life based on scientific methods specific to psychology
6 To learn the research methods and statistical analysis used in behavioral sciences and the programs required to carry out these analyzes
7 Acquiring basic knowledge and application skills about measurement tools used in psychology research
8 Behaving under ethical principles in professional life based on the theoretical and applied knowledge specific to the field of psychology
9 Independently plan, conduct, analyze, interpret and report research based on theoretical and applied knowledge in the field of psychology
10 Taking part in activities, research or projects for the benefit of society to use the theoretical and applied knowledge specific to the field of psychology
11 Effective use of interpersonal and intercultural communication skills in professional activities
12 Working in collaboration with all subfields of psychology and other disciplines
13 Learning internationally accepted scientific writing rules and acquiring the ability to write reports accordingly
14 Being an individual who respects human rights and dignity against all types of prejudice and discrimination
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3
PY1 5 5 5
PY2 5 4 4
PY3 5 5 5
PY4 4 5 5
PY5 5 5 4
PY6 1 3 1
PY7 1 1 1
PY8 5 4 5
PY9 4 3 3
PY10 4 3 2
PY11 4 4 5
PY12 5 4 4
PY13 4 2 2
PY14 5 4 5
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Altınoğlu Dikmeer, İ. ve Üstün Güllü, B. (2020). Çocukluk ve Ergenlik Dönemi Psikolojik Rahatsızlıkları. İçinde: Tuna, E. ve Öncül-Demir, Ö. (ed). DSM-5’e göre Anormal Psikoloji. Ankara: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık.
  • Nevid, J.S.; Rathusi S.A. and Greene, B. (2020). Abnormal Psychology in the Changing World (Trans. Ed. Durak Batıgün, A.). Ankara: Palme Publishing House.
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours (14 weeks) 14 3 42
Ders Dışı
Preparation, After Class Study 1 50 50
Other Activities 1 42 42
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 3 3
Homework 1 1 38.5 38.5
Final 1 3 3
Total Workload 178.5
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 7.0