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The Aim of the Subject
The aim of the subject is that the student through general psychology is preoccupied in a specific field and/or problem statement within the psychological area.
Furthermore, the aim of the subject is that the student acquires knowledge on research and central formation of theory within the area and fields of the subject. Furthermore, the aim is that after having been taught in this subject the student is able to give an account of this knowledge, use this knowledge in the presentation of the problems of the subject within the area and fields of the subject, as well as give an account of and use this knowledge in an academic way.
Area
A seminar in general psychology deals with one or more fields and/or problem statements within the general psychological area.
Field
In the Course catalogue the amount of seminars on general psychology can be seen and which fields and/or which problem statements the individual seminar deals with.
Criteria for achieving aim
Active and professional relevant participation in professional activities of the subject. Demonstrating ample knowledge of the area of the subject, and with a basis of literature to be able to participate in professional discussions about the area.
Psychological trauma (or traumatic stress) and dissociation are concepts of increasing importance in our complex and violent world. In this seminar, we will discuss various ways in whcih the concepts of psychological trauma and dissociation have been used and understood over the past few decades, and implications of these concepts for understanding and treating various forms of mental disorder.
The course begins with a historical overview of the relevance of trauma and dissociation to an understanding of psychology and psychopathology, followed by a consideration of the impact on the functioning of the brain. Also addressed wil be the prevalence and significance of childhood trauma, particular with regard to its impact on the developing brain and as a risk factor for subsequent mental disorders. Patterns of attachment, as related to trauma, dissociation and subsequent psychopathology, will also be covered.
We will then address specific mental disorders, beginning with Posttraumatic Stress Order. Changes in the diagnosis, controversial issues and treatment approaches will be covered. In subsequent sessions, other potentially trauma-related disorders will be covered, including dissociative disorders, borderline personality disorder, and various forms of psychosis and violent behaviour. More speculatively, we will consider whether trauma and dissociation perspectives can aid in the understanding of affective or anxiety disorders. Issues of assessment, diagnosis, and treatment will typically be addressed. The semianr will end with a consideration of various ways in which biological or genetic factors can be integrated with environmental factors, including trauma, in models for mental disorders.
It is expected that students will actively participate in the discussions that will follow on from the presentations beginning each meeting. Student presentations of material will be expected, along with brief essays of relevance to some of the topics (for certain students).
Course code (AULA): PSYF11AM
All the basic subjects must be passed (Social and Personality psychology, Cognitive psychology, Developmental psychology)
Andrew Moskowitz
Class teaching and student presentations
Oral presentations and 80% active participation.
