SOC 328 - Mental Illness & Society

Institution:

Maryville University of Saint Louis

Subject:

Sociology

Description:

Prerequisite: SOC 101, SOC 202H, PSYC-101, PSYC 202H; Minimum grade C- This course addresses mental illness and its impact on various institutions of society. The definitions and symptoms of mental illnesses will be presented. The focus will be on how mental illness impacts societal institutions, including criminal justice, occupational, educational, and others. Particular emphasis is placed on problems and limitations in the mental health system and how society is adversely affected by those problems. The course objective is to learn a realistic appraisal of mental illnesses and effective philosophies and methodologies to begin correcting problems related to mental illness in society. Cross-listed: See PSYC 328

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.maryville.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 627-9855

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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