Advanced Clinical Psychology with Children and Adolescents
Introduces students to the aetiology and assessment of the more
common psychological disorders of older children and adolescents
including problems of affect disturbance; eating disorders;
problems of substance abuse; personality development; and
gender/social identity. The teaching also integrates instruction
and discussion of methods of intervention.   Callaghan Campus
• Semester 1 - 2015  Learning Outcomes  1. Identify the factors
determining the formation and maintenance of common
psychological disorders of older children and adolescents.  2.
Demonstrate an understanding of the assessment procedures and
their appropriate application to the presenting case.  3.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the various
intervention strategies appropriate in these cases.  4. Explain
concept of 'best practice' as determined by evidence-based
treatments for the amelioration of these problems.  5. Show an
awareness of the impact of the problems and in