CMH2001

Mental health of the elderly (6 points)

(MED)

Leader: Ms A Baragwanath

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2003 (OCL)
Clayton Second semester 2003 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2003 (OCL)
Clayton First semester 2004 (OCL)
Clayton Second semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2004 (OCL)

Synopsis: Topics include dementia, depression, delirium, and delusional disorders, as well as recent developments in these areas and how appropriate services are delivered. Other major areas are treatment and management issues of the elderly.

Assessment: Study journal (30%) + Written assessment approx. 4,000 words (70%)