DPSY7131

Clinical health and medical psychology part 1 ( points)

(MED)

Leader: Associate Professor Sandra Lancaster

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton First semester 2005 (Day)

Synopsis:

Objectives: On completion of the unit students will be familiar with the field of health psychology and have knowledge of the theoretical frameworks relevatn to this field. They will have a better understanding of the psychological processes associated with various medical conditions and the way developmental stages affect responses to illness. Students will be expected to: 1. have awareness of health psychology related theoretical frameworks; 2. be familiar with common medical conditions associated with particular life stages and the psychological issues that may impact on recovery; 3. show awareness of and, be sensitive and responsive to cultural/ethnic differences in response to illness; 4. become familiar with specialised assessments, such as crisis assessment, and assessments in a consultation-liaison context.

Assessment: Log book documenting observation/practical work (hurdle requirement); written report (3000 words) of a comprehensive psychological assessment (including cognitive and projective testing) of a patient with a medical condition (80%); oral case presentation (20%).