PSY338 - Childhood and Adolescent Mental Health - 2024/25

This module will provide students with a broad overview of the major childhood and adolescent neurodevelopmental and mental health conditions. You will learn about their potential causes, development and prevalence rates. We will also look at risks and protective factors. You will learn about the current research in childhood and adolescent psychopathology and how to critically appraise the evidence for the effectiveness of the existing interventions. The module will also explore the role of societal changes (e.g., digitalisation, family structure), and broader context (e.g., loneliness, bullying, academic pressure) on adolescent psychological wellbeing and mental health. Finally, you will explore the role of broader psychosocial factors and culture in our understanding of childhood and adolescent psychopathology.