DCP0006

Principles of adolescent psychotherapy

(MED)

Ms R Webb

6 points + OCDL + First semester

Synopsis: This unit will present a psychodynamic framework for adolescent developmental tasks, as well as associated problems and disturbances. It will also look at general as well as phase specific principles and issues in psychotherapy with adolescents for the professionals as well as for the adolescents themselves.

Assessment: Integrated tutorials + Regular written assignments + Final written assignment + Interactive assessment via a residential workshop + Threaded discussion groups