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Examines the major social, psychological, and developmental theories of mental and behavioral disorders. Covers frameworks that are guided by ecological systems theory and life course development. Includes psychological models such as behavioral, cognitive, personality, and social process theories. Reviews theories in light of ethnoracial and gender equity, in particular. Applies these theories to major mental and behavioral disorders of childhood, adolescence, and adulthood, including depression, anxiety, conduct disorders, and personality disorders. Includes guest lectures by other mental health faculty that are multidisciplinary. Highlight main issues from readings, provide additional information on theories, and apply reading and lecture materials to specific mental and behavioral disorders.