This course extends students’ knowledge of normal and abnormal development from infancy through to adolescence, and simultaneously builds knowledge around the approaches to assessment and intervention for clinical problems arising during this time. Representative problems covered in the course include: anxiety, autism, attention-deficit / hyperactivity disorder, conduct disorders, delinquency, substance abuse and eating disorders.
The seminars, each conducted by an expert in the topic being addressed, comprise case presentations, general information in relation to specific disorders, scientific developments and trends, issues in society, and discussion. Special emphasis is given to the information required to properly set a diagnosis and the scientific evidence for the effectiveness of different forms of intervention and treatment.
Coördinator
Dr. V.L. Kallen
2A20
Tel.: 071-527 4047
E-mail: vkallen@fsw.leidenuniv.nl
Doelstelling(en)
To develop insight into, and comprehension of the current relevant developments within the field of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
To develop the academic skills necessary for psychologists to both critically and professionally participate in the decision making processes within the field of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
Studiemateriaal
Textbook: will be announced
Attention: Textbook will be purchased from Labyrint (with significant reduction).
Additional literature will be provided during the course.
Toetsing
A ‘pass’ for the preparation class is necessary to acknowledge the exam-result. If the requirements for a ‘ pass’ are not met (not present, insufficient participation), an extra assignment has to be completed.
Exam: open questions regarding literature, discussed topics during lectures and one or two case examples in which a diagnostic or treatment policy has to be formulated. The textbook may be used during the exam.
From January 1, 2006 the Faculty of Social Sciences has instituted the Ephorus system to be used by instructors for the systematic detection of plagiarism in students’ written work. Please see the Additional Rules and Regulations, section 6.
Ingangseis/advies
None. Pass for ‘Advanced Psychodiagnostics’ is advised.
Onderwijsvormen
Seminars, each incorporating presentation by an expert in the field.
Preparation classes: In small groups students have to prepare the lecture for one of the specific subjects (see schedule). Additional literature to study and discuss will be provided during the course.
Inschrijving
Introduction and enrollment for courses of the first semester will take place August 28th 2008. Introduction and enrollment for courses of the second semester will take place in January 2009. More information will be available at the website of the Department of Psychology.
NB: Exam registration will take place via U-Twist, and will be open between a month and a week before the (re)exam. Students who don’t register, cannot participate in the exam.
Blackboard
Information on the course will be provided on the Blackboard site
Rooster
Master Electives (pdf)