Introduction to Abnormal Psychology (Mental Disorders)
Psychology
A course by
The Career Academy
An industry-recognised, online short course introducing the fundamentals of abnormal psychology and mental disorders, including anxiety, depression, addiction, schizophrenia, and more. Flexible online learning with tutor support and practical career benefits.
NZ$793
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Understand mental disorders and abnormal behaviour
Explain what constitutes normal versus abnormal behaviour and describe key diagnostic criteria for mental disorders.
Identify major categories of mental disorders
Recognise symptoms, potential causes, and impacts of anxiety, depression, addiction, eating and sleep disorders, schizophrenia, and impulse-control disorders.
About This Course
This course provides an introduction to abnormal psychology, covering definitions of normality, mental disorders, and core concepts behind abnormal behaviours. Learners gain insights into a wide range of mental disorders such as anxiety, depression, addiction, eating and sleep disorders, schizophrenia, impulse-control disorders, and more. The course is industry-accredited, delivered fully online with tutor support, and serves as a foundation for personal or professional development in psychology. While it does not qualify graduates for clinical or registered counselling careers, it supports personal growth and may act as an entry point for further study in the field.
Course Content
- Disorders Diagnosed in Infancy, Childhood and Adolescence
- Delirium, Dementia, Amnestic & Cognitive Disorders
- Addiction Support – Treatment for Drug and Alcohol Abuse
- Schizophrenia and Other Psychotic Disorders
- Depression and Related Conditions
- Anxiety Disorders
- Somatoform, Factitious & Dissociative Disorders
- Sexual and Gender Identity Disorders
- Eating and Sleep Disorders
- Impulse-Control Disorders & Adjustment Disorder
- Personality Disorders
- Mental health, youth psychology, and family dynamics
- Stress management, emotional resilience, and effective communication
- Crisis intervention and mental health awareness
- Child and adolescent development
Build towards these roles
Mental Health Support WorkerClinical Assessment AssistantPeer Support FacilitatorCommunity Mental Health AssistantRehabilitation Support WorkerCase Management AssistantCrisis Response AssistantWellbeing Programme AssistantYouth Mental Health Support WorkerIntake and Referral Coordinator
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