WIN 123 - Phys Disability and Rehabilitation

Institution:

Franklin College - Indiana

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Description:

Physical disability and/or chronic illness are challenging problems for individuals and their families. This course examines the impact of disability through the lifespan, beginning with congenital disorders and concluding with the particular problems associated with the aged and disability. Adaptive and maladaptive reactions to disability and the coping reactions in adjustment will be discussed. Assessment of the family system, with emphasis on discovering the "meaning of disability" and looking at a number of assessment devices like the ecomap will be included. Clinical interventions helpful when working with disabled clients in medical and social service settings as well as schools will be addressed, along with the social programming available in the community to meet individual and family needs. This course is being taught by a special guest, Sandra Napolitan. Prerequisite: None Fees: None

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.franklincollege.edu

Phone Number:

(317) 738-8000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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