Transcultural mental health (6 points)
(MED)
Leader: Ms L Andary
Offered:
Clayton First semester 2004 (OCL)
Clayton Second semester 2004 (OCL)
Clayton Second semester 2005 (OCL)
Synopsis:
Objectives: Upon completion of this subject, students will have: Developed a greater sensitivity to the impact of trauma , migration and settlement on mental health; Explored definitions of mental illness across cultures and the continuing debate concerning differing conceptions of mental illness; Gained an understanding of the cultural factors in assessment and treatment approaches; Gained knowledge of the major national and Victorian policy approaches to providing mental health services to Aboriginal and ethnic communities; Developed an understanding of current gaps in service provision to Aboriginal and ethnic communities in preparation for participation in policy development, service delivery and evaluation.
Assessment: Study journal (30%) + Written assessment approx. 4,000 words (70%)
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