Summer 2026 - PSYC 356 D100
Developmental Psychopathology (3)
Class Number: 1605
Delivery Method: In Person
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
May 11 – Aug 10, 2026: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
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Instructor:
Sessional
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Instructor:
Medha Amarnath Nair
medha_amarnath_nair@sfu.ca
Office Hours: TBD
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Prerequisites:
PSYC 201, 241 and 250.
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
Examines theoretical approaches, research findings, and treatment outlooks concerning problems and disorders in childhood development.
COURSE DETAILS:
This course aims to provide an introduction to “developmental psychopathology”, the study of how psychological disorders onset, change, and are treated throughout development. In this course we will examine how various biological, cognitive, social, psychological, and cultural factors interact to influence psychopathology across development.
Topics: Models & Principles of Developmental Psychopathology, Assessment and Intervention, Various psychopathologies
COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:
- Describe main models and principles of developmental psychopathology
- Apply understanding of models and principles to study the onset, course, assessment, and treatment of various psychopathologies in children and youth
- Critically examine contemporary issues/debates in developmental psychopathology
- Discuss equity and diversity considerations in the context of developmental psychopathologies
Grading
- In-Class Activities: 20%
- Midterm Exam 1: 20%
- Midterm Exam 2: 30%
- Final Exam: 30%
Materials
REQUIRED READING:
Parritz, R. & Troy, M. (2023). Disorders of Childhood: Development and Psychopathology, 4th edition. Cengage Learning.
ISBN: 9780357796467
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:
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS
At SFU, you are expected to act honestly and responsibly in all your academic work. Cheating, plagiarism, or any other form of academic dishonesty harms your own learning, undermines the efforts of your classmates who pursue their studies honestly, and goes against the core values of the university.
To learn more about the academic disciplinary process and relevant academic supports, visit:
- SFU’s Academic Integrity Policy: S10-01 Policy
- SFU’s Academic Integrity website, which includes helpful videos and tips in plain language: Academic Integrity at SFU
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.