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Covers the concepts, theory, and research within psychopathology. Focuses on the concepts of mental illness and mental disorder, including diagnosis, causes, and treatments. Topics may include: exploration of the cultural influences, and social consequences of current and historical definitions of mental disorders.

Prerequisites: PSY 1 or upper-division standing.

4

Units

Optional

Grading

1, 2, 3

Passtime

None

Level Limit

Letters and science

College
GEs Area D
Alan Fridlund
4.1
502 reviews
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Summer 2024 . Hoerberg D L
TD-W 1701
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11:00 AM - 13:05 PM
Fall 2024 . Fridlund A J
CHEM 1179
T R
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
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PSY 183 Fridlund A J Fall 2024 Total: 335
PSY 183 Hoerberg D L Summer 2024 Total: 70
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4.1
PSY183 . 7 Months Ago

Hilarious and makes the material super interesting. Also is a practicing psychotherapist, so he talks about his own experiences with patients that have the disorders talked about in class. You are only graded on the midterm and final, but both are multiple choice and pretty straightforward. Definitely my favorite class I've taken at UCSB!

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PSY183 . 8 Months Ago

he is hilarious! attendance was consistent because he was just that amazing of a lecturer and as a person! i emailed him on a current study on something we were covering (so not mandatory ASAP email) and he responded within a couple hours, so super accessible!!! he was super nice and funny, very clear grading (midtermx2, final). get the textbook!

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PSY183 . 11 Months Ago

one of the best lecturers i've had and he's is a funny guy who cares a lot about this profession! go to his office hours to chat with him if you're interested in clinical psych. my tip is to do the study guide throughout the lecture and form study groups to solidify the material for your exams. an A is doable.

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PSY183 . 11 Months Ago

This will be a prof/class that I remember for life. One of the few classes that had high attendance the WHOLE quarter bc everyone was hooked. Fridlund is funny, kind, and is knowledgable/passionate about the content. I wish I could take another class with him & cannot recommend this class enough. Go to class, form a study group, and you'll do fine!

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PSY183 . 11 Months Ago

I loved this class and Professor Fridlund! Attendance isn't mandatory but I highly suggest attending. He is very funny and makes interesting commentary. Your grade depends entirely on your midterm and final which is very content-heavy. I regret not getting the textbook porbs would've ended up with A instead of B.

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PSY183 . 11 Months Ago

This professor is so fun. Made lectures digestible and provided good commentary on the material. Grade is solely based on midterm and final. Memorize the slides and read the book and you are guaranteed an A. Super fun and interesting class, highly recommend.

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