Month 1: Basics of Mental Health and Anxiety Disorders

1. Introduction to Abnormal Psychology

1. Definitions and Criteria of Abnormality
2. Myths and Misconceptions

2. Stress and Related Disorders

1. Stress Response and Physical Health
2. PTSD: Clinical Features and Etiology

3. Anxiety Disorders

1. Fear, Phobias, Panic Disorders (With/Without Agoraphobia)
2. OCD: Clinical Features and Treatment (CBT)

 

Month 2: Mood Disorders and Advanced Topics in Mental Health

1. Mood Disorders

1. Unipolar and Bipolar Disorders
2. Gender Differences in Depression

2. Suicide

1. Suicide Among Children and Adolescents
2. Communication of Suicidal Intent

3. Advanced Topics

1. Eating Disorders and Obesity
   • Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia, and Binge-Eating Disorders
   • Weight Stigma and Medical Issues
2. Substance-Related Disorders
   • Alcohol and Drug Abuse: Clinical Features and Etiology