Learning Objectives

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Discuss common topics and issues relevant to Abnormal Psychology.
Explain why we need to classify mental disorders.
Explain the DSM-IV definition of mental disorders.
Identify how culture issues can influence the definition of Abnormal Psychology.
Identify the professionals responsible for working on the mental health “team.”
Explain the difference between the prevalence and the incidences of mental disorders.
Discuss the prevalent rates for mental disorders.
Explain inpatient and outpatient treatment.
Describe and explain the benefits and dimensions of the various research approaches.
Describe the process of doing research.

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