Handbook : Unit informationEdith Cowan University

Faculty of Health, Engineering and Science

School: Psychology and Social Science

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• Unit Title

  Clinical Psychology 1

• Unit Code

  PSY5198

• Year

  2015

• Enrolment Period

  1

• Version

  1

• Credit Points

  15

• Full Year Unit

  N

• Mode of Delivery

  On Campus
  

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Description

This unit introduces students to clinical psychology practice, emphasising the therapeutic alliance, motivational interviewing and the conceptualisation and treatment of anxiety and depression. Basic skills in conducting evidence-based psychotherapy and case formulation are also presented.

Equivalent Rule

Unit was previously coded PSY5171, PSY5219

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

1. Critically analyse ways in which the therapist/client relationship can effect change.
2. Critically evaluate the research literature relevant to the treatment of anxiety and depression.
3. Demonstrate a critical understanding of current classification systems for mental disorders (such as DSM-IV-TR and ICD-10).
4. Demonstrate advanced understanding of Cognitive Behavioural Techniques and motivational interviewing.
5. Demonstrate competence in clinical assessment and the selection of appropriate cognitive behavioural treatments for anxiety and depression.

Unit Content

1. Anxiety disorders.
2. Case Formulation.
3. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).
4. Diagnostic Systems for mental disorders, including DSM-IV-TR and ICD.
5. Interpersonal processes in therapy.
6. Motivational interviewing.
7. The Mental Status Examination.
8. Unipolar depression.

Additional Learning Experience Information

Lectures using a problem-based learning approach, case scenarios and use of video material.

Assessment

GS4 GRADING SCHEMA 4 Used for undifferentiated pass/fail units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.

^ Mandatory to Pass

Text References

• Weissman, M.M., Morkowitz, J.D., & Klerman, G.C. (2000). Comprehensive guide to interpersonal therapy. New York: Basic Books.
• Clark, D.A. (2009). Cognitive therapy of anxiety disorders: Science and practice. New York: Guilford Press.
• Clark, D.A., Beck, A.T., & Alford, B.A. (1999). Scientific foundations of cognitive theory and therapy of depression. New York: Wiley.
• Barlow, D.H. (Ed.). (2008). Clinical handbook of psychological disorders: A step-by-step treatment manual (4th ed.). New York: Guildford.
• ^ Teyber, E. (2010) Interpersonal Processes in Therapy: An Integrative Model. New York: Wadsworth Publishing Company.
   
   
   
   
  Note: Seminal Reference.
• ^ American Psychiatric Association. (2013) Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, (5th ed.). Washington DC: Author
   
   
   
   
  Note: Seminal Reference.
• ^ Westbrook, D., Kennerley, H., & Kirk, J. (2011) An Introduction to Cognitive Behaviour Therapy: Skills and Applications (2nd Ed.,). London: Sage Publications
   
   
   
   
  Note: Seminal Reference.
• Miller, W.R., & Rollnick, S. (2012) Motivational interviewing: Helping people change. (3rd ed.). New York: Guilford Press.
   
   
   
   

Journal References

• Cognitive Therapy and Research
• Clinical Psychology Review
• British Journal of Psychiatry
• British Journal of Clinical Psychology
• Behaviour Research and Therapy
• Journal of Clinical Psychology
• Behaviour Change
• Australian Journal of Psychology
• American Journal of Psychiatry
• Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology
• Psychological Medicine
• Journal of Abnormal Psychology
• Behavior therapy

^ Mandatory reference

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