GPSYC 6261 - Psychoeducational Approaches to Counseling and Prevention

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Lesley University

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Description:

3 credits This course presents the theory and practice of developing educational models that make psychological information available to children, adolescents, and adults for the purpose of both prevention and intervention with adjustment, stress, and mental health problems. The understanding of normal lifespan development and sound mental health practice inform psychoeducational programs employed in clinics, schools, hospitals, and social service agencies. The appropriateness, effectiveness, and limitations of psychoeducational programs will be addressed. Students will learn to select from available psychoeducational programs and to design their own curricula. Prerequisites: GPSYC 6015, GPSYC 6026, GPSYC 6202 or 6300/6301, and GPSYC 6027.

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3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.lesley.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 868-9600

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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