SWK 303 - Mental Health and Mental Illness

Institution:

College of Our Lady of the Elms

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Description:

In this class, you are introduced to the history and study of mental illness. By using the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual IVR, you learn to understand and make descriptive assessments and diagnosis of mental illness, such as mood and psychotic disorders. You also focus on how race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, and other social variables can impact mental health. Prerequisite: PSY 201.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.elms.edu

Phone Number:

(413) 594-2761

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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