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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

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.

EA

May 5, 2021

Given information is very clear and easy to understand.

I really appreciate that it is just the most important parts and not the whole science or odd information.

Thank you, I learned so much.

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By Öznur A

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Jun 20, 2022

First of all, for offering such an educational course to us, Many thanks to Prof. Dr. Matt Kurtz. On the occasion of this course, I had the opportunity to learn more about schizophrenia, its diagnosis, diagnosis and treatment methods.

By Aedrian A

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Jan 3, 2021

This course is arguably the best starting point for anyone interested in the study, management and research of schizophrenia. Dr. Kurtz did a fantastic job of condensing hundreds of years of the evolving understanding of this illness.

By Marlen S

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Jun 19, 2022

A really reat course which ombines practical knowledge with scientific knowledge and provides good, empirically based evidence from the last 20 years. A lot has happened in this short time. A really exciting and insightful course.

By Alex B

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Sep 28, 2019

A very well structured and interesting course. As someone who works directly with individuals who suffer from schizophrenia I found the information provided invaluable. It is a very short course but packed with plenty of information.

By Sirio S M

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Dec 19, 2019

I suffer from schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, as well as from epilepsy, and I try to study as much as possible because I consider it a great resource. Thank you so much for clarifying many points that were still obscure to me.

By Pilar R G

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Aug 14, 2022

It's a very interesting course that includes not only the description of the schyzophrenia but neuroscience aspects and different treatments. Also, a greta course for people with no knowledge of skizophrenia. I recommend it!

By Felipe P A V

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Feb 12, 2024

I've been taking the schizophrenia course (among others from Coursera) gradually over the months, and I decided to finish several Coursera courses during the February 2024 vacation, and I don't regret it. Excellent course!

By GIN M T

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Nov 21, 2023

It helped me in understanding what schizophrenia really meant. I was more interested in the possible treatments and interventions aspects. The social/cognitive aspects of treatment is really an eye opener for me. thank you

By James L

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May 7, 2022

This corse gives very good and clear information on what is schizophrenia, what would be the impact on a person, the symptons, and the different types of treatment, as well as the history on treatment and diagnosis.

By Lupita R

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Jan 9, 2019

I really liked this course, it is a an excellent way to get an overview of Schizophrenia, from theories about etiology to different approaches in treatment. I liked how the neurology was explained and kept on target.

By huda k

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Sep 20, 2018

I currently study Psychology at A level, and this has covered not only the fundamentals we need but also context and history of the disorder which I found very intriguing to discover. thank you for this opportunity!!

By Grace E

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Apr 19, 2022

Great course thank you so much! I have really enjoyed this and I believe it will help me in the future. I am a year 12 student and planning on studying Cognitive Neuroscience and Psychology next year at University.

By purvank

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May 17, 2020

An amazing course that gives you insight on the workings of the disorder and how to treat it. If you're having second thoughts on whether taking this course or not, I definitely recommend the course from my side.

By Naledi L F

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Jan 17, 2023

Absolutely informative and I will be sharing it with my friends in the mental health field, a great refresher as well as another way to learn new information that helps to augment already existing information.

By Rulia M R

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Aug 13, 2020

I like this course, so much, it's so deep discussing about schizophrenia, which satisfy me very much. Thank you to teach me this very valuable knowledge. Hope you will always success in your career, professor.

By Aytaj A

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Feb 7, 2021

It was a very good course. I learned very well about schizophrenia. In addition, our knowledge was strengthened with examples. For this course, I would like to thank Coursera and Prof. I want to thank Kurtz.

By Holly V I

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May 6, 2020

Thank you for this opportunity. I enjoyed the depth of the information regarding symptoms and neuroanatomy as well as the practical aspects such as assessing actors in the videos and thinking about recovery.

By sharon m g

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Nov 14, 2020

Perfect platform to acquire knowledge about schizophrenia. Mr.Matt Kurtz explains in the best possible way with adequate examples and clear clinical demonstartions.Thanking coursera and Wesleyan university.

By Sean S

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Aug 30, 2020

I found the course to be very insightful into the history of schizophrenia diagnosis and treatments. I also found the demonstrations in week 2 to be quite helpful in understanding symptoms of schizophrenia.

By Imjad H

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May 7, 2019

It is indeed an amazing course on neuropsychological aspects of Schizophrenia, rarely discusssd as treatment options offered to patients in a psychopharmacology driven mental health modelof patient care.

By Hebe G

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Aug 12, 2022

Excelente!!!! Abarca los distintos aspectos de la esquizofrenia, con mucha claridad tanto en los conceptos como en los tiempos para explicarlo. Al ser yo hispanoparlante me resultó sencillo entenderle.

By Neuza R

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May 19, 2020

really good overview about the newest findings and knowledge about schizophrenia, helped me a lot refreshing my knowledge that wasn't fully up to date (study psychology but it was already some years ago)

By Loraine R

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Jan 26, 2020

A really interesting and well presented course, covering the medical and social aspects of the condition. I enjoyed taking the course and would like more courses about specific mental health conditions.

By Eleana A

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Oct 7, 2023

Excellent course, with lots of examples. In depth knowledge in the history, symptomatology, etiology, biological functions, theory and treatment intervention on schizophrenia. I totally recommend it!!!