LibGuides: Open Education Resources (OER): Abnormal Psychology

Open Textbook Library

Introduction to Psychology - OpenTextbook library
Written to help students organize their thinking about psychology at a conceptual level.

Introduction to Psychology
Houston Community College's adaptation of Introduction to Psychology, by Charles Stangor, (DSM-5 compatible) with free supplements.
The Many Faces of Psychological Research in the 21st Century
Sponsored by the Society for the Teaching of Psychology, this eBook provides "a broad overview of what research agenda and approaches this new century calls for across many of psychology’s subdisciplines."
The National Institute of Mental Health Publications
The NIMH provides many publications, including booklets, brochures and fact sheets on a wide variety of topics.

Noba Psychology Textbook
Sign up for a free Noba account to access more than 100 college-level chapters written by leading psychology experts. Mix and match to create your own customized textbook.

National Institute of Mental Health Videos
View short videos on a variety of mental health issues, including Autism, Borderline Personality Disorder, Depression, and more.

Clinical Psychology Classroom Exercises
Classroom exercises and handouts covering a variety of psychology topics. Includes eight abnormal psychology exercises. Created by Dr. John Suler of Rider University.

Saylor is a unique resource that can be used in a couple of different ways.

Anyone wanting to take a class and not get any credit can take a "course" at Saylor.
Resources that they use can be viewed to incorporate into your class.
Students can use this as supplemental material.

PSYCH 401: Abnormal Behavior
"What is abnormal behavior? Why does it exist? How have our conceptions of abnormal behavior changed and progressed over the years? This unit will address these basic questions about the field of abnormal psychology."
PSYCH 205: Clinical Psychology
"This course will cover the basic concepts of clinical psychology -- the study of diagnosing, treating, and understanding abnormal and maladaptive behaviors."
PSYCH 202A: Reserach Methods
This unit "will explore the scientific method and discuss how it relates to current psychological research. Keep in mind that this unit will serve as a broad introduction that is relevant to all areas of science, including social science and psychology."
PSYCH 404: Psychotherapy
"Psychotherapy refers to the practices clinical psychologists use to treat mental disorders. This course will provide you with an introduction to the theories, styles, and methods of psychotherapy that you would need to know in a clinical situation. "

Interactives from the BBC
BBC's surveys and quizzes highlight different aspects of the mind, including psychology, personality, mental disorders, and more.

American Psychological Association
The APA's "mission is to advance the creation, communication and application of psychological knowledge to benefit society and improve people's lives."
National Alliance on Mental Illness
Find detailed information on mental illnesses, treatment options, support groups, and more.
Society for the Teaching of Psychology
This organization promotes "excellence in the teaching and learning of psychology. The Society provides resources and services, access to a collaborative community, and opportunities for professional development."