Disorders Related To Trauma

Overview

Trauma is a near-universal human experience that affects 90% of people at some point in their lives. This course offers a powerful research-based foundation in the psychology of trauma, designed for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of the topic, whether for professional growth or personal insight. In the first three modules, you'll explore what trauma is, the different forms it can take, and how it impacts the mind and body. The next two modules dive into trauma-related psychological disorders, including PTSD, acute stress disorder, and dissociative disorders. Throughout, we will use case studies to illustrate the nature of these disorders. You’ll also learn about the factors that foster resilience and how mental health care professionals support recovery. Whether you're curious about the psychological impact of trauma or looking to build a foundational understanding for personal or professional interest, this course offers accessible, research-informed insights that can deepen your knowledge about trauma and prepare you for further exploration of the topic.

Syllabus

Learn With PsycLearn Essentials

This module introduces you to your PsycLearn Essentials course. Find out what’s included in this course and how to navigate the modules and lessons. You’ll also learn valuable study tips for successful learning.

Introduction to Psychological Disorders

This module provides an introduction to psychological disorders. Key terms, such as psychopathology and psychological disorder, are defined. The process of diagnosis is discussed and the two dominant diagnostic schemes in mental health are explained. Finally, cultural issues in diagnosis are identified.

Introduction to Trauma

This module will introduce you to the nature of trauma, explain what differentiates trauma from stress, and talk about the three different types of trauma.

Acute Stress Disorder and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

This module will provide information about two of the stress disorders: acute stress disorder and posttraumatic stress disorder. In it, you will learn about what these disorders are, how they are diagnosed, the rates at which different groups are diagnosed with the disorders, the factors that make the disorders more or less severe, and how the disorders are best treated.

Dissociative Disorders

In addition to acute stress disorder and posttraumatic stress disorder, trauma can lead to a variety of dissociative disorders. This module explains the nature of these disorders, how they are diagnosed, and how they may arise from traumatic experiences.

Course Summary

This module will help you review the important concepts of the course and prepare you for the cumulative quiz. The module is broken down by learning objective, with each lesson containing key takeaways and key terms relevant to that learning objective.

Cumulative Quiz

This module contains a quiz covering all of the material in this course. It will count for 30% of your total course grade, so make sure you’ve reviewed the material well. Good luck!