Required Text (available at the campus bookstore):Course Objectives:Special Considerations: Students with DisabilitiesClassroom EnvironmentAnnouncementsAcademic HonestyThis course is usually not available for honors credit. However, I will honor any arrangements that have been made with the previous instructor. If such arrangements have been made, please let me know about them ASAP in person. Once you obtain verbal approval, please write up a brief summary of the agreement and send it to me via email.Course RequirementsParticipation (20 points)Exams (200 points)There will be a midterm and a final exam (non-cumulative), each worth 100 points. The exams will consist of 50 multiple-choice and/or matching questions covering material presented in class and material presented in the textbook. You are responsible for all materials covered in lecture AND in the assigned reading. Students who do not do the assigned reading in this course generally do poorly on exams, even if they attend class regularly. Exams will be proctored, and you must bring a picture ID and a pencil to each exam.Make-up exams will be in the form of short answer, matching, and/or multiple-choice. In order to take the make-up exam, you need to have me sign a make-up petition (which can be available on the course website) at least a week before the exam. Make-up exams without a signed petition will only be given under extenuating circumstances, such as a death or illness. This will require documentation (a note simply stating that you were at McKinley is not sufficient) to explain your absence from the exam. If you miss the exam for other reasons (e.g., your alarm clock broke, you could not find the room) you may be allowed to take the make-up exam -- however, 10 points will be automatically deducted from your score.GradingTentative Course Schedule (revised April 1, 2008)ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY (PSYCH 238)Psychology Building, Rm.142Spring, 2008: Section AInstructor: Mikhail Lyubansky, Ph.D.(please note that Ali Groot is no longer the instructor of record)Email: [email protected]: 734 Psychology BuildingPhone: 333-7740Mailbox: 3rd floor Psychology Building (under “faculty”)Office Hours: Tues., Thurs 1:45 - 2:45pm and by appointment (schedule via email)Class meeting times: Mon, Wed: 9:00-10:15amRequired Text (available at the campus bookstore):Oltmanns, T.F., & Emery, R.E. (2007). Abnormal Psychology: Second custom edition for the University of Illinois. Prentice Hall: New Jersey. (based on the Fifth Edition of the full hardcover textbook). Note: The custom edition has the same material and page numbers as the regular text but has a soft paper binding and does not include the chapters that are not covered in this course (to keep costs down) **Be sure to get the correct edition. The 2007 edition of the book has been used for several semesters and used copies should be available through the bookstores on campus. A copy of the textbook will also be placed on reserve at the Undergraduate Library and the Education library in Applied Health Science Reserves.Course Website:The course website is http://www.psych.uiuc.edu/~lyubansk/abclass.htm This syllabus and other course material, including study guides and announcements will be posted on the website. Lecture notes will also be posted but will be password protected (the password will be given in class).Course Objectives:Through the use of readings, videos, activities, lectures, and written assignments, after taking this course you should be able to:- evaluate various definitions of abnormal behavior and mental disorders- describe the signs and symptoms of specific mental disorders- compare and contrast different disorders- identify which populations are more vulnerable to specific mental disorders- explain the causes of mental disorders- describe treatment and prevention strategies for specific mental disorders- have a compassionate understanding of what it is like to live with a mental disorder and think more openly about people who have mental disordersOffice HoursYou are encouraged to come see me during office hours. You do not need a reason to stop by (getting to know your instructor is a legitimate use of office hours), but please do come see me if you have a question about anything from the book or lecture, if you miss a class, or if you want to discuss study techniques for the exams, review your exams after they are graded or discuss anything else related to the course or your academic career. If you are unable to attend my regular office hours due to a conflict, please e-mail me to set up another time to meet. If you have a brief question, you can also talk to me before or after class. However, please do not ask to schedule an appointment during this time. While there is no substitute for face-to-face contact, you should also feel free to contact me via email. In fact, this is often the best way to get a quick answer to a question, usually within 24 hours.Companion WebsiteThe textbook for this class has a companion website (http://www.prenhall.com/oltmanns) on which you may find helpful study guides, links to mental health websites, and case study videos. This may aid in your review of content. However, do not rely on their test questions as they may differ in type and difficulty from those on quizzes and exams. There is also a link to this website from the course website.Special Considerations: Students with DisabilitiesIf you have a diagnosed condition or disability that causes difficulty with learning in the classroom, completing assignments as described, or taking examinations, please see me as soon as possible and provide documentation if it is available. I will do whatever I can to accommodate your legitimate needs. According to University policy, it is the student’s responsibility to notify the instructor of any special needs. All informationand documentation of disability is strictly confidential.Classroom EnvironmentIt is essential that our classroom be a place where people feel comfortable expressing their thoughts without fear of unduly critical or judgmental responses. I expect all of my students to be respectful of the widely varied experiences and backgrounds presented by classroom members. You may expect the same level of respect from me. Disrespect or discrimination on any basis, including but not limited to ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, physical ability, class, religion, or value system, will not be tolerated.