Syllabus 350
(8-20-07)

Psychopathology, PSY 350 - Section 2
Illinois State University
Alvin E. House, Ph.D.
Fall 2007

Class: Section 02: 11-11:50 MWF in Sch 242

Dr. House's office: DeGarmo 419
Office Hours: 8-9 MW, 1-4 W, and by appointment
Telephone: 438-8508
e-mail: aehouse@ilstu.edu
Web page: http://lilt.ilstu.edu/aehouse

GA: Ms. Kristen Braun
Ms. Braun's Office Hours: tba
e-mail: kdbraun@ilstu.edu

Textbook: Hansell, J. & Damour, L. (2005). Abnormal Psychology. Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons.

wk 1 abnormality read ch. 1
wk 2 abnormality ch. 2
wk 3 etiology ch. 3
wk 4 diagnosis ch. 4
wk 5 anxiety ch. 5
wk 6 mood ch. 6
wk 7 dissociation ch. 7
wk 8 eating ch. 8
wk 9 alcohol & drug ch. 9
wk 10 sex ch. 10
wk 11 personality ch. 11
wk 12 psychosis ch. 12
wk 13 child ch. 13
wk 14 Fall break, enjoy a happy and safe holiday
wk 15 seniors ch. 13
wk 16 stress ch. 14

Psy 350 provides an overview of our understanding of emotional and behavioral disturbances in individuals. The goals are to increase the student’s understanding of our current conceptualizations regarding, appreciate the human impact of, and gain knowledge about the approaches to assistance for those who show major deviations in behavior and adjustment. You may wish to take a look at my general philosophy of teaching (http://lilt.ilstu.edu/aehouse/philof.htm).

Learning objectives (see web page)

There are three tests, breaking the semester into approximate thirds. Tests are worth 75 points each for a total of 225 points. The format of tests will be short answer questions.

Test #1 is scheduled for Monday, Sept 24
Test #2 is scheduled for Monday, Oct 29
Test #3 is scheduled for Thursday, Dec 13, 7:50 a.m.

For weeks 2-16 I would like you to write responses to various questions, often the critical thinking questions from our chapter for the week. Your responses are due on the Monday the topic is to be discussed and are worth 2 points each for a total of 28 points; late responses are worth 1 point. The specific assignments will be announced in class and published in the Class Log.

There may be several in-class assignments and/or brief (1 page) reaction papers due in class or at the next class period. Point values are variable but will usually be between 2 and 10 points each for a total of approximately 70 points. Some assignments are experiential for that class period and cannot be made up if missed. Late assignments which can be made up receive reduced points.

There will be a quiz at the end of most Friday classes, covering the week’s classes and reading assignment. Quizzes are worth 10 points for a total of approximately 120 points. The format of quizzes will be True/False.

One weekly quiz may be made up; you do not need an excuse. Beyond this quizzes will can be made up only if previous arrangements have been made or rather extraordinary circumstances have arisen. If you miss more than one quiz you will need to make a conference with Dr. House.

Grading is based on points: the points you have earned divided by the base (points that were available). Grading: A 90-100%
B 80-89%
C 70-79%
D 60-69%
F <60%

For as long as possible all withdrawals will be WX. After the calendar limit for WX passes, a WP will be given if the student has 70% or more of the points available at the time of the withdrawal; a WF will be given if the student has 69% or less of the points available at that time.

No individual extra credit projects or papers are accepted in this class. In borderline cases I will take into consideration factors such as: whether all assignments were turned in, class attendance and participation, your own efforts to seek help.

Academic Integrity: Instances of cheating and willful academic dishonesty will result in referral to the appropriate University office for disciplinary action and will result in a grade of “F” for the course.

Keep all tests and assignments until you have your final grade for the course.

Any student needing to arrange a reasonable accommodation for a documented disability should contact Disability Concerns at 350 Fell Hall, 438-5853 (voice) or 438-8620 (TDD).

Have a great Fall semester, especially in Psy 350.