Winter 2026
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Course No: PSYC.2720-061; SIS Class Nbr: 1115; SIS Term: 3520
Course Status: Open
Course Description
Presents an introduction to the study of various patterns of mental, behavioral, and personality disorders including diagnosis, etiology, and treatment. Current research-based theoretical approaches will be discussed as a means to gain a better understanding of psychological, biological, and sociocultural causes. Emphasis will be placed on the important notion that mental health problems are not only linked to individual factors, but also to family, community/social, cultural, societal, political, and historical factors.
Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor
- Prerequisites: PSYC.1010 Intro to Psychological Science .
- Special Notes: SS
- Core Codes: SS, DSST
- Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 3
- Instructor: Stephen Balsis
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UMass Lowell Bookstore
When Offered & Tuition
- Online Course
- 2026 Winter: Dec 29 to Jan 18
- Course Level: Undergraduate
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Tuition: $1155
- Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.
Related Programs: B.L.A. in Liberal Arts, B.A. in Psychology
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