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Course Outlines

Summer 2026 - PSYC 241 B100

Introduction to Psychological Disorders and Neurodiversity (3)

Class Number: 2367

Delivery Method: Blended

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    May 11 – Aug 10, 2026: Wed, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

    May 11 – Aug 10, 2026: TBA, TBA
    Burnaby

  • Instructor:

    Lynnaea Owens
    lnorthey@sfu.ca
    Office: RCB 6242
    Office Hours: Wednesdays by appointment

  • Prerequisites:

    PSYC 102.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Introduces students to the area of abnormal psychology. Topics include the definition and classification of pathological behaviour, factors involved in the development of pathology, and evaluation of therapy outcome.

Grading

  • Online Participation: 15%
  • In-Class Reflections: 15%
  • Midterm: 35%
  • Final Exam: 35%

Materials

MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:

Students will need to purchase access to the textbook through Revel (Pearson's digitial education platform).
The online graded components of the course can only be accessed through Revel.
Information about how to purchase will be provided on Canvas and in class.

REQUIRED READING:

Nevid, J. S. and Greene, B. S. (2022). E-Bundle: Essentials Of Abnormal Psychology (Revel) Canadian 5th Edition. Pearson.
ISBN: 9780136676799

REQUIRED READING NOTES:

Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.

Registrar Notes:

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RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.