Raina Lamade, PhD

An overview of psychopathy as both a construct and ¿condition.¿ This course will examine the clinical and empirical literature on psychopathy. Students will analyze several real cases and give oral presentations.

Traditional components of psychological testing, including test construction, test development, test administration and test interpretation, and specific training in frequently administered clinical tests (e.g., MMPI, WAIS and WISC). Beyond traditional test theory, students will be exposed to contemporary evaluation devices including behavioral assessment, interview data, and naturalistic observation.

Theoretical and functional considerations for the design and implementation of effective behavior programming. Through readings and analysis of case studies, students gain familiarity with the theoretical and applied principles of behavior modification and therapy.

Survey of key elements of psychopathy as both a construct and ¿condition.¿ Clinical and empirical literature on psychopathy will be examined to provide students with a broad overview. The class will include the presentation and analysis of several real cases.

Review of research in a major clinical area, for third year graduate students. Students create an in-depth review of the literature, culminating in a final project that is presented to two graduate faculty for review.

Independent pursuit of an individual research project under the supervision of a faculty sponsor.

Student develops and executes an independent research thesis under the direction of a faculty advisor. Graded A-F.