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Chapter 5 - Specialization Psychopathology Instructional Approach Meetings are arranged into units, consisting of lectures, self tuition sessions, computer exercises, and plenary discussions. Form of Assessment Open book, multiple choice exam consisting of questions resembling the exercises (general theory, some elementary computations, and interpretation of computer output). 103 | 571PP Personality Disorders – 3 credits Coordinator: David Bernstein, Clinical Psychological Science (FPN), Phone 38 81483, 50 Universiteitssingel, Room 1.328, E-mail: d.bernstein@dmkep.unimaas.nl Description of the Course This seminar aims to give the student a state-of-the-art overview of theories, classification issues, and treatment models of personality disorders, with an emphasis on current scientific debate on these issues. Topics • Personality theories relating to personality disorders • Biological models of personality disorders (including genetic and neurotransmitter models) • Psychological models of personality disorders (modern psychodynamic, conditioning, cognitive, interpersonal, integrative models) • Sociological perspectives on personality disorders • Classifications issues (DSM-IV diagnosis; axis-1 vs. axis-2; categorical vs. dimensional models; polythetic definition; diagnostical techniques) • Etiological issues • Epidemiological issues • Treatment options Instructional Approach The seminar consists of interactive meetings, which consist of lectures and group discussions. Form of Assessment Written exam with open questions. | 572PP Mental Health and Happiness – 3 credits Instructor: Madelon Peters, Clinical Psychological Science (FPN), Phone 38 81603, 50 Universiteitssingel, Room 1.316, E-mail: madelon.peters@dep.unimaas.nl Description of the Course As a closure of the obligatory Psychopathology course trajectory, this course will
Prospectus Research Master Psychology 2008 • 2009 familiarize students with concepts and ideas from what is sometimes called “positive psychology”. The aim is to provide students with an understanding that even under unfavourable (genetic or environmental) circumstances people can maintain their health and wellbeing. 104 Topics • Philosophical views of ‘positive psychology’ • Resilience factors for mental and physical health: the role of humour, optimism and positive affect • Buffering effects of the social environment on the adverse effects of trauma • Trauma and personal growth • Determinants of happiness • Cultural differences in the experience of happiness and well-being Instructional Approach The seminar consists of interactive meetings, including lectures, group discussions, and student presentations. Form of Assessment Written assignment. 5.3 Skills training | 481PP Research Practicum Psychometrics– 2 credits Coordinator: Jeffrey Roelofs, Clinical Psychological Science (FPN), Phone 38 81607, 50 Universiteitssingel, Room 1.357, E-mail: J.Roelofs@dep.unimaas.nl Description of the Course This training will focus on giving students hands-on experience with the application of psychometrics. Students will work together in small groups on psychometric analyses of existing research datasets, supervised by one or two faculty members. In addition to scheduled lectures and discussions with experts in psychometrics, students will have the opportunity to consult a statistician for their analyses. Beyond the primary goal of learning more about how to evaluate and improve the psychometric properties of research instruments, students will also become acquainted with current research on psychopathology being conducted by senior staff, post-docs, and PhD students at the UM. Form of Assessment Attendance at required sessions, participation, and a final written report.
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