MPM5201

Cognitive behaviour therapy (4 points)

(MED)

Leader: Dr Phyllis Chua

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

Synopsis:

Objectives: On completion of this unit, students will be able to: 1. Describe the empirical foundations of CBT approaches, the theories of personality and psycopathology according to the major CBT approaches. 2. Have the skills to be confident in the assessment, formulation and management of common psychiatric disorders according to CBT principles. 3. To recognise which common psychiatric disorders for which CBT is an appropriate management strategy. 4. To recognise the limitations of CBT 5. To compare CBT with other forms of psychotherapy and choose the most appropriate form of therapy for patients.

Assessment: Clinical case presentation or role play exercise (40%) Case study and management plan 1500 words (60%)

Prerequisites: MPM Year 1 units