PSY409 Child Psychopathology
PSY409 Child Psychopathology
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Psychology
Pinar Unal Aydin
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
This course will teach the main principles of child psychopathology. Students will learn the basic child psychopathology models, which examine the etiology, prevention, and treatment of problem behaviors. Students also learn the basic diagnostic criteria (DSM-5) for child psychopathologies.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Mash, E. J., & Barkley, R. A. (2014). Child Psychopathology (3rd. Ed.). NY: Guilford Press. ISBN 9781462516681
Additional Literature
DSM-5Teaching Methods
Course delivery will be via face-to-face lectures
Presentations
And in-class discussions.
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | |
| 2 | Features of the psychopathology in children | Chapter 1 |
| 3 | Attention-Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder | Chapter 2 |
| 4 | Conduct and Oppositional Defiant Disorders | Chapter 3 |
| 5 | Quiz | |
| 6 | Elimination Disorders | DSM-5, 355-360. |
| 7 | Midterm course repetition | |
| 8 | MIDTERM EXAM | |
| 9 | Autism Spectrum Disorder | Chapter 11 |
| 10 | Communication Disorders | DSM-5, 41-50 |
| 11 | Quiz | |
| 12 | Learning Disabilities | Chapter 14 |
| 13 | Intellectual Disability | Chapter 13 |
| 14 | Case Reports | |
| 15 | Final exam preparation |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSY409.1 | Course | Thursday 12:00 - 14:50 | B F1.17 | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 11:15 | B F2.7C | |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 11:00 | B F2.7C | |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 11:15 | B F2.7C |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Mid-term
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Quiz
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
45 hours ⏳ (3 week × 15 h)
Quiz 1
15 hours ⏳ (5 week × 3 h)
Quiz 2
20 hours ⏳ (5 week × 4 h)
In-term study
35 hours ⏳ (7 week × 5 h)
Final exam study
35 hours ⏳ (7 week × 5 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [PSY409] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Mar 03, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| PSY409 | Child Psychopathology | 2 | 1 | 6 | Thursday 12.00-14.50 | |||||
| Prerequisite | PSY103 | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Pinar Unal Aydin | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Monday: 9:30-11:15 Tuesday: 9:30-11:00 Thursday: 9:30-11:15 |
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| paydin@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | This course will teach the main principles of child psychopathology. Students will learn the basic child psychopathology models, which examine the etiology, prevention, and treatment of problem behaviors. Students also learn the basic diagnostic criteria (DSM-5) for child psychopathologies. |
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| Textbook | Mash, E. J., & Barkley, R. A. (2014). Child Psychopathology (3rd. Ed.). NY: Guilford Press. ISBN 9781462516681 | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Course delivery will be via face-to-face lectures, presentations, and in-class discussions. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction | |||||||||
| Week 2 | Features of the psychopathology in children | Chapter 1 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Attention-Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder | Chapter 2 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Conduct and Oppositional Defiant Disorders | Chapter 3 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Quiz | |||||||||
| Week 6 | Elimination Disorders | DSM-5, 355-360. | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Midterm course repetition | |||||||||
| Week 8 | MIDTERM EXAM | |||||||||
| Week 9 | Autism Spectrum Disorder | Chapter 11 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Communication Disorders | DSM-5, 41-50 | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Quiz | |||||||||
| Week 12 | Learning Disabilities | Chapter 14 | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Intellectual Disability | Chapter 13 | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Case Reports | |||||||||
| Week 15 | Final exam preparation | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | 1,2,3,4 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Mid-term | 1 | 30 | 1,2,3,4 | Not Allowed | |
| Quiz | 2 | 30 | 1,2,3,4 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 15 | 3 | 45 | Quiz 1 | 3 | 5 | 15 | |||
| Quiz 2 | 4 | 5 | 20 | In-term study | 5 | 7 | 35 | |||
| Final exam study | 5 | 7 | 35 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 27/03/2026 | |||||||||