Introduce your students to psychological disorders and abnormal psychology with this lesson. I usually spend an entire 2-3 week unit on abnormal psych and I start by outlining categories of disorders and some of the big picture ideas of clinical psychology.

Start your unit with a discussion on mental health, stigmas, and the history of treatment. This will provide students with important context and help them develop empathy as they learn about various disorders.

The lesson includes a student-facing presentation, guided notes, and an answer key, making grading straightforward.

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