SSW 626 - Mental Health Practice

Institution:

University of New England

Subject:

Social Work

Description:

In this course, students examine mental health practice and the contemporary mental health system from a number of critical perspectives, including the point of view of consumers/survivors/ex-patients (c/s/x). The course will compare and contrast current and historical concepts of "mental illness" and the mental health system with current perspectives of physicians, other mental health professionals and c/s/x . A trauma paradigm, which highlights the connections between abuse, violence and "mental illness," will be a primary focus. Must be enrolled in: Master of Social Work.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2006 - 09/01/2007 

Institution Website:

www.une.edu/

Phone Number:

(207) 283-0171

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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