CUSW 412 - Mental Health of Diverse Groups

Institution:

Clark Atlanta University

Subject:

Description:

The objective of this course is to relate the need for mental health services to the provision of these services for diverse group members based on their (1) demographic characteristics; (2) problems; (3) treatment needs, etc. Students are expected to become particularly knowledgeable about mental health needs, and services available to meet the needs of such diverse groups as: African-Americans, Hispanics, Native Americans, physically handicapped, migrant workers, women, and the elderly. The life situations that affect the behavior of these particular populations are examined from an ecosystems perspective in an effort to understand the mental health problems that emerge.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

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Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.cau.edu

Phone Number:

(404) 880-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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