PSYC6510

Advanced Clinical Psychology with Children and Adolescents

Faculty of Science and Information Technology School of Psychology

10 Units 6000 Level Course

Available in 2013

Callaghan Campus	Semester 1

Previously offered in 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

Introduces students to the aetiology and assessment of the more common psychological disorders of older children and adolescents including problems of affect disturbance; eating disorders; problems of substance abuse; personality development; and gender / social identity. The teaching also integrates instruction and discussion of methods of intervention.

Objectives

At the conclusion of the semester students will be able to:

1. Identify the factors determining the formation and maintenance of common psychological disorders of older children and adolescents.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the assessment procedures and their appropriate application to the presenting case.
3. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the various intervention strategies appropriate in these cases.
4. Explain concept of 'best practice' as determined by evidence-based treatments for the amelioration of these problems.
5. Show an awareness of the impact of the problems and interventions on the young person's social milieu.

Content

1. Problems of emotional distress
2. Problems with eating
3. Problems of personality development
4. Problems of substance abuse
5. Problems of social identity and social development
6. Adjustment problems in adolescence
7. Behavioural interventions
8. Other intervention strategies

Replacing Course(s)

None

Transition

Not applicable

Industrial Experience

Assumed Knowledge

It is assumed that students will have completed a four-year program in Psychology which has been accredited by the Australian Psychological Society. It is also assumed that students will have completed PSYC6506 Clinical Psychology with Children and Families.

Modes of Delivery

Internal Mode

Teaching Methods

Problem Based Learning
Seminar
Workshop

Assessment Items

Essays / Written Assignments	Essay/s based on material presented in class plus readings
Group/tutorial participation and contribution	Class participation demonstrating preparation and involvement. Students will be rated on their (1) focus on the working problem, (2) commitment and professional attitude, (3) respect for the contributions of others, (4) participation in deliberations, (5) quality of information provided.

Contact Hours

Seminar: for 3 hour(s) per Week for Full Term

Compulsory Components

Requisite by Enrolment	Master of Clinical Psychology, Doctor of Clinical Psychology, Doctor of Clinical and Health Psychology, and PhD (Clinical Psychology) programs.

Timetables