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CHECKLIST PSYCHOLOGY 201 & 202
Students taking Psych 219 should be familiar with most of these topics as a prerequisite for Psych 219
Introduction to Abnormal Psychology. If you need extra assistance, ask. Indicate not familiar, somewhat
familiar, very familiar regarding each of the following topics studied in General Psychology.
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Definition of Psychology: Scientific study of human mind, emotion and behavior
Related Fields of Study: Biology, Sociology, Medicine, Education, Anthropology, Law
Brief History & Evolution of Psychology
Career Opportunities, Various Branches & Specialities in the Field of Psychology
Abnormal Psychology: Branch that studies unusual patterns of thought, emotion, behavior that are
atypical compared to social norms, which may or may not be understood as precipitating a mental
disorder.
Methods of Research & Scientific Method (Experiment, Survey, Case Study, Correlation, Observation,
Interview)
Theories and Models of Psychology (Psychodynamic, Cognitive, Behavioral, Humanism, Existentialism,
Gestalt, Client Centered, Integrative Model)
Brain, Body and Behavior (Neurons, Nervous System, Endocrine System, Digestive, Cardio, Respiratory,
Circulatory, Musculoskeletal Systems)
Sensing & Perceiving- 6 Senses &Psychophysics
Consciousness (Waking, Sleeping, Sleep Cycles, Dreaming, Altered States of Consciousness)
Developmental Psychology (Lifespan Developmental Stages Infancy to Adulthood)
Cognitive Psychology: Learning (Classical & Operant Conditioning)
Memory, Intelligence, IQ & Language
Emotions & Motivation (Including Emotional IQ)
Personality Theories: Nature and Nurture & the Big Five Theory
Psychological Disorders & DSM V (Diagnostic Statistical Manual & System Axis I, II, III, IV, V)
Treatment of Psychological Disorders (Psychotherapies, Psychopharmacology, Treatment Modalities)
Prevention of Psychological Illness Including Psychosomatic Illness
Social Psychology (Socialization Processes, Group Therapy, Environment)
Applied Psychology (Taking what you learn into daily practice)
Health Psychology (Managing Stress, Holistic Approach to Wellness & Self-Care)
***Suggested Fields of Inquiry Specific to Dr. Woodman’s Psych 219 Course***
Indicate whether you are familiar or not familiar with the following subjects related to Abnormal Psychology.
Positive Psychology (Strength Based Approach)
Psychoneuroimmunology
Neuroscience/Neurogenesis/Neuroplasticity/Neuropsychology
Educational Psychology
Energy Psychology
Forensic Psychology
Pathology & ICD (International Classification of Diseases listed in DSM), Medication Induced Disorders
Cultural Psychology & Cultural Bound Syndromes
Psychology and Law
Trauma Informed Care
Media Influence on Human Thought and Behavior
Naturopathic & Allopathic Medical Models
Mental Health Agencies (Locally, Nationally, Internationally)
Evidence Based Treatments for Mental Illness
Health Psychology: Natural Healing Processes
Holistic, Integrative Model of Treatment versus Dualistic or Solitary Model
Mindfulness & Meditation Practices
PCIT: Parent Child Interactive Therapy
Gerontology & Psychology of Aging
Psychology of Religion &Transpersonal Psychology
Epigenesis
Phenomenology
Ecopsychology
Dual Diagnosis or Co-Morbidity (Substance Abuse/Mental Illness)
Relevant Organizations in Psychology (Google the list of 98 organizations in U.S. such as APA (American
Psychological Association, NAMI (National Alliance for Mental Illness) and JCMH (Jackson County Mental
Health)
*Categories of Psychological Disorders: Stress, Anxiety, Mood, Somatoform, Factious, Malingering,
Dissociative, Sexual, Eating, Sleeping, Psychotic, Personality Disorders, Childhood Developmental & Behavioral
Disorders, Disorders of Elderly, Substance-Related Disorders.