Normal development including biological, psychological,
Social cultural, and family factors which influence development of individuals
Neurobiological sciences relevant to child adult, including an appreciation of brain behavior
relationships
All forms of child and adolescent syndromes using the current diagnostic statistical manual. This includes knowledge of the etiology, epidemiology, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of the full range of psychopathology seen in children and adolescents, including developmental and substance use disorders. The theoretical basis for therapeutic interventions used in psychiatry including psychodynamic psychotherapy, supportive, cognitive and behavioral therapy, group therapy, family therapy and crisis intervention