MPM1005

Psychiatry in physical health and illness (8 points)

(MED)

Leader: Dr A Holmes

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

Synopsis:

Objectives: On completion of this unit, students will be able to: 1. examine the relationship between physical health and psychological states; 2. describe how psychological factors may affect physical health and illness; 3. describe common organic psychiatric disorders; 4. describe the major psychiatric disorders in which physical symptoms are a major component; 5. appraise the roles of psychiatry within the general hospital setting; and 6. examin how C-L interventions may affect physical and psychological outcomes.

Assessment: Written examination (100%)

Contact Hours: Third Year