Academic Catalog

PSY544 COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPIES II

Course Code: 2330544
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): 3(3-0)
ECTS Credit: 8.0
Department: Psychology
Language of Instruction: English
Level of Study: Graduate
Course Coordinator: Prof.Dr. AYÞE NURAY KARANCI
Offered Semester: Spring Semesters.

Course Content

The aim of this course is to examine the empirical and theoretical literature on the symptomatology and etiology of personality disorders, sexual dysfunction and disorders and schizophrenia. The course will also focus on the treatment of these disorders, especially by cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy techniques. Special emphasis will also be given to sociocultural stresses in schizophrenia and family variables, especially expressed-emotion in relatives.