Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Psychopathology II PSİ302 Turkish Compulsory 6. 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)
Goals This course aims to introduce the etiology of psychological disorders, to provide information on diagnosis and treatment methods, and to develop students' ability to evaluate behavioral disorders within the scope of clinical psychology.
Course Content Post-traumatic Stress Disorder, Schizophrenia etc. Psychological disorders are introduced.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Knows and explains what psychopathology is.
2 Distinguish between normal and abnormal behavior.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Introduction Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study
2. Week Schizophrenia and Other Psychotic Disorders Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
3. Week Trauma-Related Disorders Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
4. Week Dissociative Disorders Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
5. Week Eating Disorders Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks)
6. Week Psychological Disorders in Old Age Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
7. Week Sexual Disorders Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks)
8. Week MIDTERM EXAM Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
9. Week Personality Disorders Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
10. Week Substance Use Disorders Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
11. Week Ethical and Legal Issues in Abnormal Psychology Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks)
12. Week What is Psychotherapy? Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
13. Week Common Therapy Techniques Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study
14. Week General evaluation Preparation, After Class Study Other Activities Class Hours (14 weeks)
*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
PY1 5 5
PY2 4 4
PY3 5 5
PY4 5 5
PY5 5 5
PY6 2 2
PY7 1 1
PY8 5 5
PY9 3 3
PY10 3 3
PY11 4 4
PY12 4 4
PY13 3 3
PY14 5 5
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • 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.
  • Oltmanns, T. F., Neale, J. M., and Davison, G. C. (2003). Case studies in the psychology of abnormal behavior (Trans. Ed. İ. Dağ). Ankara: Turkish Psychological Association Publications.
  • Davey, G. (2008). Psychopathology: Research, assessment and treatment in clinical psychology. Blackwell.
  • Alloy, L.B., Acocella, J., Bootzin, R. R. (1996). Abnormal psychology. Current perspectives. McGraw-Hill Inc.
  • Price, W. F. & Crapo, R. H. (2002). Cross cultural perspectives. Canada: Thomson Learning.
  • Styron, W. (2010). Darkness visible: A memoir of madness. New York: 1st Vintage Books.
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