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Learner Reviews & Feedback for Schizophrenia by Wesleyan University

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About the Course

The main goal of this class is to gain an introductory exposure to the nature of the psychiatric disorder known as schizophrenia as revealed by the scientific method. We will discuss a broad range of findings from the scientific investigation of biological and psychological factors related to schizophrenia and its treatment. More specifically we will learn about: (1) key symptomatic features through discussion and enactments of interviews with actors portraying many of the cardinal features of the illness, (2) what brain imaging studies (MRI and fMRI) and neurochemistry have taught us about the neuroscience of the disorder, (3) scientific psychological data and theories concerning cognition, emotion and behavior in schizophrenia, and (4) current, evidence-based somatic and psychosocial approaches to treatment. A brief historical overview of the recent emergence of the psychiatric category of schizophrenia will be presented as well....

Top reviews

CW

Feb 8, 2021

Information and learning was far more than I expected. The lectures were clear, crisp and the information provided was relevant. I enjoyed the course and learnt quite a lot about the subject matter.

BN

Apr 3, 2023

An excellent teacher. And I liked the varied backgrounds. ALslo the enacted interviews demonstrating various aspects of schizophrenia. It was complicated for me but I'm 86 & never did any chemistry.

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By Scott K

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Aug 29, 2019

very informative would definitely recommend to anyone with a relatively detailed knowledge of psychology and neuroscience and who are looking into mental health - great course

By sayujya r

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Jun 1, 2021

Amazing course to learn. The area of information coverage is precise. Very helpful to learn the overalls of Schizophrenia. Insightful due to use of roleplays and small quiz.

By Vidisha M

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May 2, 2020

Great course! Thank you so much for creating such an informative course and it increased my knowledge regarding this disorder and people suffering from it. Thank you so much.

By Acceptable P

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Aug 4, 2021

I have a degree in Psychology and I found this course very interesting because it offers a complete overview about schizophrenia. Professor Kurtz's lessons are very clear.

By Aishani G

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Apr 21, 2020

A very extensive course. It covers everything essential to know about the disorder. It even includes interviews of clients and the therapist so one can get a good exposure.

By Gema G

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Sep 15, 2023

Da información no solo general, también específica. Recomendable para personas que hayan dado psicopatología en la carrera y quieran conocer un poco más la esquizofrenia.

By Mary M

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Nov 15, 2020

I learned a great deal in this course which is very helpful to me as my daughter has just been diagnosed with schizophrenia. Thank you for your thoughtful presentations.

By Soo M Y

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Apr 20, 2023

This is a beautifully developed course, and the content is appropriate and up-to-date. I would highly recommend this course to anyone who is interested in schizophrenia.

By Dionifel D G

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Aug 2, 2020

I really enjoyed the course! Opened my understanding on what schizophrenia really is. Specially appreciated the module on the neuropsychology of the disease. Thank you!

By Melissa v Z

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Sep 6, 2022

the course was very interesting and challenging. It provides a brief but in-depth overall view of the disorder, it's history, neuropsychology and it's treatments.

By Giuliana B L

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Mar 27, 2020

Amei o curso. Bastante pontual, claro e robusto. Obviamente é apenas uma pincelada na esquizofrenia mas os conceitos utilizados dão suporte para muito conhecimento.

By Catherine L

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Jun 29, 2020

I´m very glad to say it was amazing, Teacher Matt Kurtz is an enormous teacher!!! I´m finishing my psychology degree in Uruguay. TEAM RECOVERY MOVEMENT ONBOARD!!!

By Nwachukwu C

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May 23, 2024

Fantastic course. Today, I have understood what schizophrenia entails in a simple and easy language. Well taught course. I am now happy and a better counselor.

By Julie P

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Apr 30, 2020

LOVEd this course! The lecturer was engaging and knowledgeable, and this gave much needed perspective on Schizophrenia. Please offer more courses like this!

By Reena K

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Oct 7, 2022

The course was very helpful to understand persons better who are suffering from symptoms because of this disorder. Exxcellent instructor! thanks to kurts.

By Pastor G S

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Nov 9, 2020

Very interesting course, i´ve learned a lot of biological components, and neurological factor of schizophrenia. I really recommend you to take this course.

By Signe V

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Aug 26, 2024

Excellent course, with very varied and useful information. The theory, demonstrated with practical examples, enriches the knowledge. Thank you very much!

By Andrea L D P

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Aug 10, 2023

Un curso muy interesante y muy bien explicado. Me ha gustado mucho y estoy muy contenta. Creo que el profesor sabe transmitir sus conocimientos muy bien.

By Heather S

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Apr 30, 2018

It is a very well structured introductory class on Schizophrenia. I just wish some of the information was elaborated on more. Very interesting though!

By Elhassan B r

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Nov 21, 2022

I found it so helpful and useful to be more efficient in detecting the schizophrenia key symptom and how to deal with patients who diagnosed with it

By Danielle K M P

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Jul 18, 2024

O curso superou minhas expectativas. Conteúdo completo, transmitido de maneira muito didática pelo professor, que mostrou grande domínio do assunto.

By Kurt J G

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Feb 7, 2021

Really enjoyed the content and how it was delivered, offered ways of dealing with Schizophrenia that I had never considered like wearing headphones.

By claudia r

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Nov 23, 2019

Great course. It let me know how important are cognitive and remediation therapies in the treatment of people with schizophrenia. 100% recommended.

By Andriana G

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Jan 4, 2021

Great Course, i learned a lot that i didnt know about this disorder. The professor is excellent and really liked the way he explained the disorder

By Jane L

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Mar 8, 2022

The course is very interesting, Matt Kurtz has great knowledge on this subject and promotes a good learning environment to all of us, well done!