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PSYC988 – Psychological Assessment and Child and Adult Psychopathology 2
2018 – S2 Day
General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Convenor
Viviana Wuthrich
Lecturer
Jennifer Hudson
Administration
Carolyn Schniering
Administration
Maria Kangas
Lecturer
Melissa Norberg
Lecturer
Lauren McLellan
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| Credit points |
Credit points
4
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
Admission to MClinPsych and PSYC986 and PSYC987
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
This unit will cover theoretical models of the development of psychopathology across the lifespan, as well as evidence-based assessment of adult and child mental disorders such as externalising and internalising disorders, complex disorders such as bipolar disorders, psychotic disorders, and personality disorders. Methods for differential diagnosis as well as treatment planning for comorbidity will be covered. Assessment techniques for these disorders in children and adults will include interviewing children, adolescents and their families, as well as acutely unwell clients (e.g. psychotic). It will also involve knowledge of self-report measures, child, parent and teacher rating scales and use of behavioural observations where appropriate.
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Important Academic Dates
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Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- Assess psychiatric symptoms related to internalising and externalising disorders across the lifespan
- Assess for and identify personality disorders, psychosis, bipolar disorders
- Differentially diagnose complex comorbidities of mental disorders across the lifespan
- Select appropriate evidence based assessment tools
- Demonstrate effective clinical interviewing skills of children and adolescents
General Assessment Information
A copy of the assignment must be kept as proof that the assignment was completed and submitted. Role plays are to be submitted via DVD or USB ONLY with your name and student number clearly listed. The case report is to be submitted electronically via iLearn only.
PENALTIES: Penalties will be levied for late submission of the assessment. For late assignments, 5% will be deducted for every day late. Role plays will incur a penalty of 5% for every 2 minutes over the set time limit. Case Reports that exceed the word limit by > 8% will also incur a 5% penalty.
EXTENSIONS: If unforeseen circumstances arise during the course of the session which hamper your progress towards completing assignments on time, you may request an extension for medical or other extenuating circumstances by lodging a request to ask.mq.edu.au. Your request will then be forwarded to the unit convenor. All requests for extensions will be considered on a case by case basis, and appropriate documentary evidence will need to be provided to substantiate your claim (such as medical certificate, counsellor note, or similar). If an extension is granted, the time-frame will also be determined on an individual basis.
TURNITIN: You are required to submit your assignment to the Turnitin anti-plagiarism detection software via the iLearn page for this unit. Your assignment will be automatically compared to the work of your classmates; previous students from Macquarie; and other universities with material available on the Internet and both freely available and subscription-based electronic journals and book chapters. The final results of the Turnitin assessment will be sent only to the unit convenor, who will analyse them with reference to the University's Policy on Academic Honesty.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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| Video Role Play | 30% | Yes | Week 5 |
| Case Report | 30% | Yes | Week 8 |
| In-Class Exam | 40% | No | 9am Wednesday 7th Nov 2018 |
Video Role Play
Due: Week 5
Weighting: 30%
This is a hurdle assessment task (see assessment policy for more information on hurdle assessment tasks)
Video role play to be submitted demonstrating clinical interview and assessments skills of youth. See iLearn for more information.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Assess psychiatric symptoms related to internalising and externalising disorders across the lifespan
- Differentially diagnose complex comorbidities of mental disorders across the lifespan
- Demonstrate effective clinical interviewing skills of children and adolescents
Case Report
Due: Week 8
Weighting: 30%
This is a hurdle assessment task (see assessment policy for more information on hurdle assessment tasks)
Case Report. See details on iLearn.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Assess psychiatric symptoms related to internalising and externalising disorders across the lifespan
- Assess for and identify personality disorders, psychosis, bipolar disorders
- Differentially diagnose complex comorbidities of mental disorders across the lifespan
- Select appropriate evidence based assessment tools
In-Class Exam
Due: 9am Wednesday 7th Nov 2018
Weighting: 40%
Closed Book examination.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Assess psychiatric symptoms related to internalising and externalising disorders across the lifespan
- Assess for and identify personality disorders, psychosis, bipolar disorders
- Differentially diagnose complex comorbidities of mental disorders across the lifespan
- Select appropriate evidence based assessment tools
- Demonstrate effective clinical interviewing skills of children and adolescents
Delivery and Resources
Information in seminars will be presented using a variety of formats including power point presentations (slides will be available on iLearn), videos and audio clips, class discussions, additional reading material, role play enactments, as well as in-class role plays conducted by students.
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Grade Appeal Policy
- Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy (Note: The Special Consideration Policy is effective from 4 December 2017 and replaces the Disruption to Studies Policy.)
Undergraduate students seeking more policy resources can visit the Student Policy Gateway (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/student-policy-gateway). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
If you would like to see all the policies relevant to Learning and Teaching visit Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central).
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/study/getting-started/student-conduct
Results
Results shown in iLearn, or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au.
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Student Services and Support
Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
Student Enquiries
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IT Help
For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://www.mq.edu.au/about_us/offices_and_units/information_technology/help/.
When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use of IT Resources Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.
Graduate Capabilities
PG - Capable of Professional and Personal Judgment and Initiative
Our postgraduates will demonstrate a high standard of discernment and common sense in their professional and personal judgment. They will have the ability to make informed choices and decisions that reflect both the nature of their professional work and their personal perspectives.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Assess psychiatric symptoms related to internalising and externalising disorders across the lifespan
- Assess for and identify personality disorders, psychosis, bipolar disorders
- Differentially diagnose complex comorbidities of mental disorders across the lifespan
- Select appropriate evidence based assessment tools
- Demonstrate effective clinical interviewing skills of children and adolescents
Assessment tasks
- Video Role Play
- Case Report
- In-Class Exam
PG - Discipline Knowledge and Skills
Our postgraduates will be able to demonstrate a significantly enhanced depth and breadth of knowledge, scholarly understanding, and specific subject content knowledge in their chosen fields.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Assess psychiatric symptoms related to internalising and externalising disorders across the lifespan
- Assess for and identify personality disorders, psychosis, bipolar disorders
- Differentially diagnose complex comorbidities of mental disorders across the lifespan
- Select appropriate evidence based assessment tools
- Demonstrate effective clinical interviewing skills of children and adolescents
Assessment tasks
- Video Role Play
- Case Report
- In-Class Exam
PG - Critical, Analytical and Integrative Thinking
Our postgraduates will be capable of utilising and reflecting on prior knowledge and experience, of applying higher level critical thinking skills, and of integrating and synthesising learning and knowledge from a range of sources and environments. A characteristic of this form of thinking is the generation of new, professionally oriented knowledge through personal or group-based critique of practice and theory.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Assess psychiatric symptoms related to internalising and externalising disorders across the lifespan
- Assess for and identify personality disorders, psychosis, bipolar disorders
- Differentially diagnose complex comorbidities of mental disorders across the lifespan
- Select appropriate evidence based assessment tools
- Demonstrate effective clinical interviewing skills of children and adolescents
Assessment tasks
- Video Role Play
- Case Report
- In-Class Exam
PG - Research and Problem Solving Capability
Our postgraduates will be capable of systematic enquiry; able to use research skills to create new knowledge that can be applied to real world issues, or contribute to a field of study or practice to enhance society. They will be capable of creative questioning, problem finding and problem solving.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Assess psychiatric symptoms related to internalising and externalising disorders across the lifespan
- Assess for and identify personality disorders, psychosis, bipolar disorders
- Differentially diagnose complex comorbidities of mental disorders across the lifespan
- Select appropriate evidence based assessment tools
- Demonstrate effective clinical interviewing skills of children and adolescents
Assessment tasks
- Video Role Play
- Case Report
- In-Class Exam
PG - Effective Communication
Our postgraduates will be able to communicate effectively and convey their views to different social, cultural, and professional audiences. They will be able to use a variety of technologically supported media to communicate with empathy using a range of written, spoken or visual formats.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Assess psychiatric symptoms related to internalising and externalising disorders across the lifespan
- Assess for and identify personality disorders, psychosis, bipolar disorders
- Differentially diagnose complex comorbidities of mental disorders across the lifespan
- Demonstrate effective clinical interviewing skills of children and adolescents
Assessment tasks
- Video Role Play
- Case Report
- In-Class Exam
PG - Engaged and Responsible, Active and Ethical Citizens
Our postgraduates will be ethically aware and capable of confident transformative action in relation to their professional responsibilities and the wider community. They will have a sense of connectedness with others and country and have a sense of mutual obligation. They will be able to appreciate the impact of their professional roles for social justice and inclusion related to national and global issues
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Assess psychiatric symptoms related to internalising and externalising disorders across the lifespan
- Assess for and identify personality disorders, psychosis, bipolar disorders
- Differentially diagnose complex comorbidities of mental disorders across the lifespan
- Select appropriate evidence based assessment tools
- Demonstrate effective clinical interviewing skills of children and adolescents
Assessment tasks
- Video Role Play
- Case Report
- In-Class Exam