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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 Kaja M

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Dec 29, 2022

A very interesting and informative course that gives clear insight into the psychology, history and science of the mental illness. I would like to thank the instructor and others involved in making it.

By Barbara N

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Apr 4, 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.

By Marie-Pierre A

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Mar 9, 2022

Le professeur est de haut niveau comme son enseignement. Pédagogique, tout le cours est très accessible tout en étant complet. Très heureuse d'avoir suivi cette formation. Thank's a lot for Matt Kurtz

By Murat V K

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Feb 25, 2023

Dr. Kurtz explained aspects of Schizophrenia in terms of medicine and community in a forthright and informative language. Both health personal and ordinary people definetely benefit from his lessons.

By Christy S

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Jul 19, 2022

I'm a Mental Health professional whom found this Course on Schizophrenia to be amazing! It was a perfect blend of neuroscience, presentation and theory. Thank you Coursera and of course Dr. Kurtz!

By Michael S

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Jul 21, 2021

I lerant a lot more about the illness and how debilitating it actually is. I also learnt about the value of CBT and othe skills to apply to help those who suffer with this illness. Informative .

By steve v

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Jan 7, 2018

Excellent enseignement. Un contenu adapté au niveau d'un interne en psychiatrie qui souhaiterait balayer (superficiellement) le champ de la recherche actuelle dans le domaine de la schizophrénie.

By Geoffrey M

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Sep 26, 2021

This course wonderfull with respect to the comprehensive information included, the excellent explanations of difficult concepts and the manner of presentation. Congratulations Prof. Matt.

By MD F R

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Mar 14, 2021

Just spiffy and super cool to learn a complex disease. Everything was outstanding and super comprehensive. Love to know as my interest has grown after attending the lecture and and sharing.

By Vanessa R

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Jun 18, 2020

I can say that this course helped me with some terms that I did not know about this disorder. I would not hesitate to take another course with professor Kurtz who has good sense to explain.

By Andrea A C P

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Feb 29, 2024

Es maravilloso, ojalá sigan está iniciativa para ofrecer carreras enteras y darle oportunidad a las personas que realmente sienten vocación pero no tienen recursos económicos para estudiar

By Ayyan R

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Sep 6, 2023

Professor Matt Kurtz and the entire team did a great job in getting the right amount of material and content required to gain precise knowledge about this specific disorder. Great Work!!

By prachiti j

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Oct 19, 2019

Really fantastic, informative course which is online.Detailed understanding about the schizophrenia given along with possible explanations and biopsychology behind it.thank you Coursera.

By Chesley L

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Jun 16, 2019

This course is very helpful, especially for those doing researches on schizophrenia. It provides basic models that are extremely useful. I would come back to take notes when necessary.

By Julia C

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Apr 21, 2020

The training provided by Professor Kurtz was excellent. It was thorough and professionally prepared and explained. There were several concepts and treatments that were beneficial.

By Açelya G

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Dec 14, 2020

All lessons was perfect. When I was watching and make comments about the cases, make me more curious about schizophrenia and I felt I'm into the course. Thank you for everything.

By rudi m

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Mar 31, 2020

I loved this course! I'm only 16,but i hope to have a future working with mental illness in children ^^ This course improved my knowledge on Schizophrenia so much more,thank you.

By Sabine F

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Nov 2, 2021

Excellent - just enough information to know how to recognize schizophrenia

the actors who portrayed the symptoms were fantastic.

The length of the course was just right

Thank you

By Louise D

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Mar 12, 2023

This was great! A very well organised overview of schizophrenia. The presenter was easy to listen to and the material was very interesting and up to date. Thanks Coursera!!

By Shwetha H

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Oct 18, 2021

It has been a wonderful learning for me in detail about a topic where it has touched more than the basics. Wonderful course for the people suffering from it and the caregivers.

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.