Intensive Training Course in Child and Adolescents Psychopathology

Clinical Skills: Child and Adolescents Psychopathology

COURSE OUTLINE

Module 1: Introduction to Child and Adolescent Psychopathology

• Definitions, prevalence, and classification systems (DSM-5-TR)
• Developmental considerations and risk factors
• Normal vs. abnormal development
• Overview of assessment process

Module 2: Interviewing Skills, tools and Techniques

·         Structured vs. unstructured interviews

·         Developmental History

·         Practical Component:

o    Role-playing child/adolescent clinical interviews

o    Simulated parent interviews

·         Observational checklists (e.g., CBCL)

Module 3: Psychological Testing in Children and Adolescents

·         Type of tests

·         Screening Tools (SDQ, MCHAT)

·         Standardized Psychological Tests used with Children

(SCAS, KADS, Vanderbilt, WISC, Vineland, CPM, CARS)

·         Practical Component:

o    Practice scoring and interpretation

o    Administering short tools in mock settings

Module 4: Neurodevelopmental Disorders

• ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Intellectual Disabilities
• Symptoms, Assessment and Management
• Use of Portage Guide
• Case presentations

Module 5: Internalizing Disorders

• Anxiety disorders (SAD, GAD, OCD), Depression
• Developmental expressions of internalizing symptoms
• Symptoms, Assessment and Management
• Practical Component:
• Role Playing
• Case Studies

Module 6: Externalizing Disorders

• Conduct Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation
• Role of Parenting, Family dynamics
• School dynamics
• Practical Component:
• Role-play techniques

EVALUATION COMPONENTS

• Participation in practical exercises and role plays
• Quiz after completion of each module