PSY5106 Psychopathology A

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

1. 1

   Develop and apply assessment and diagnostic skills to conduct a psychiatric clinical interview and concurrent mental status examination.

2. 2

   Evaluate ethical considerations that inform professional behaviour during clinical interviews.

3. 3

   Synthesise information and observations from the clinical setting into a concise and accurate written evaluation.

4. 4

   Describe and discuss major classes of psychiatric illness based primarily on DSM 5 nosology and emerging trends for diagnosis.

5. 5

   Conclude a diagnosis and initial formulation of high prevalence and selected low prevalence mental health disorders based on clinical interview.

6. 6

   Develop reflective capacity and critical analysis of clinical assessment and interviewing skills that underpins continuous learning and ongoing professional development.