PSY2214 · Mental health and wellbeing across the lifespan

Overview

You will develop a deep understanding of the approaches, practice framework, and processes for ethically working with individuals across the lifespan. The knowledge and skills gained will be embedded within researcher-practitioner and evidence-based practice models of mental health and wellbeing. Throughout this course, you will have the opportunity to cultivate knowledge and skills for effectively working with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds. Emphasis will be placed on promoting well-being, identifying mental health challenges, and raising awareness of preventive strategies. Moreover, you will apply your knowledge and skills in a manner that emphasises cultural relevance and social justice.

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

The Handbook lists no prerequisite, corequisite or prohibition for this unit.

Learning outcomes

1. Critically evaluate different psychological theories and cultural practices related to mental health and wellbeing across the lifespan.
2. Apply evidence-based and scientist-practitioner approaches related to mental health and well-being across the lifespan.
3. Identify risk and protective factors based on the biopsychosocial model for mental health and well-being across the lifespan.
4. Recognise the significance of ethical guidelines and cultural responsiveness in research on mental health issues across the lifespan.
5. Analyse how mental health literacy evolves throughout the lifespan to develop targeted campaigns that address gaps in mental health awareness.

Workload

Two hours of lectures per week. Two hours of tutorials per week. Preparation: Eight hours background reading/preparation for lectures, tutorials and assessment tasks per week. Attendance at tutorials is recommended in order to successfully complete in-class activities and related assessment tasks.

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.