Abnormal+Psychology


 * General Framework **

//To what extent do biological, cognitive and sociocultural factors influence abnormal psychology?// //Evaluate psychological research (that is, theories and / or studies) relevant to the study of abnormal behaviour.//


 * Concepts and Diagnosis **

@Examine the concepts of normality and abnormality @Discuss the validity and reliability of diagnosis @Discuss cultural and ethical considerations in diagnosis (e.g. cultural variation, stigmatisation)

Describe symptoms and prevalence of depression and bulimia nervosa Analyse etiologies (in terms of biological, cognitive and / or sociocultural factors) of depression and bulimia nervosa Discuss cultural and gender variations in prevalence of disorders
 * Psychological Disorders **

@Examine biomedical, individual and group approaches to the treatment of one disorder Evaluate biomedical, individual and group approaches to the treatment of one disorder Discuss the use of eclectic approaches to treatment Discuss the relationship between etiology and therapeutic approach in relation to one disorder
 * Implementing Treatment **